Longevity and Senior Universities Meeting in Angra do Heroísmo

The initiative brings together specialists and representatives to discuss active aging and quality of life policies for the senior population.

Image of a diverse group of senior citizens actively participating in a workshop, with subtle Portuguese architectural elements in the background.
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Image of a diverse group of senior citizens actively participating in a workshop, with subtle Portuguese architectural elements in the background.

The Angra Theater hosts, on October 1st and 2nd, the Meeting of Senior Universities and Innovative Longevity Policies, an event aimed at reflecting on the challenges and opportunities of active aging.

The initiative, which has the partnership of the Angra do Heroísmo Municipal Council, brings together participants, specialists, and institutional representatives to debate the role of senior universities and policies for promoting the quality of life of the aging population.
Throughout the two working days, crucial topics such as lifelong learning, social participation, well-being, inclusion, and the valorization of the senior population will be addressed. The presentation of experiences, projects, and best practices developed in different contexts will enrich the discussions.
Holding this meeting in Angra do Heroísmo underscores the importance of promoting active aging, recognizing the contribution of the senior population to society, and encouraging the creation of responses that foster autonomy and improve quality of life.
The Angra do Heroísmo Municipal Council has implemented various initiatives aimed at the senior population, promoting opportunities for learning, social interaction, and participation, in a strategy focused on valuing active and healthy aging.
Based on information from the official source: Camara Municipal de Angra do Heroismo (01/10/2026)