PAAR-Net Cost Action 22167

Cost Action 22167

White Papers

White Paper WG1: Health, Care and Support

Advocates for strengths-based, co-creative approaches in health and care systems. The group addresses ageism, power imbalances, and the need for inclusive language and training, offering examples from 14 countries and calling for policies rooted in lived experiences. Read the white paper

White Paper WG2: Community and Place

Focuses on engaging marginalised groups—such as refugees, Indigenous people, and older migrants—highlighting case studies from Bosnia, Romania, and New Zealand. The paper stresses culturally-sensitive participation and the importance of local networks. Read the white paper

White Paper WG3: Technology and Innovation

Tackles digital ageism and exclusion, promoting participatory design in tech development. The group proposes a citizen-science model where older adults shape innovations across domains like AI, smart homes, and digital health. Read the white paper

White Paper WG4: Synthesis and Quality Criteria

Synthesizes insights from all working groups and presents quality benchmarks for participatory ageing research. The white paper features global case studies from Bangladesh to France and underscores the empowerment potential of authentic, co-designed research. Read the white paper

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COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) is a funding agency for research and innovation networks. Our Actions help connect research initiatives across Europe and enable scientists to grow their ideas by sharing them with their peers. This boosts their research, career and innovation.

COST Action CA22167

There is a significant international commitment to give non-academics a greater role in science to help deliver impactful research and realise the European vision of science for the people, by the people. To support this commitment, the PAAR-net COST Action focuses on knowledge co-production, labelled here as participatory approaches, in research, policymaking and practice. 

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