Become a member of AGE Platform Europe
Join the largest European network advocating for the rights of older people!
AGE is a network of both organisations OF older people and/or organisations working FOR older people. Our primary objective is to promote the active involvement of older people. Given the great diversity present in older age, we want our network to be as inclusive and representative as possible!
Why join AGE ?
By becoming a member, you will benefit from:
- A powerful network – Connect with like-minded organisations across Europe.
- Exclusive access to EU institutions and research projects – Engage in policy dialogues with decision-makers, participate in research and innovation projects AGE is involved in.
- Resources and events – Participate in webinars, conferences, and access information about EU and global policies.
- Trainings and AGE capacity-building activities.
- Sharing of best practices – Exchange best practices, share your work and activities within AGE network, get inspiration from other AGE members.
- Appoint representatives to contribute to the policy work of AGE Task Forces.
Who can join AGE ?
Membership is open to:
- Organisations who are legally constituted as not-for-profit non-governmental association, whose activities are located at regional, national or European level.
- Organisations who are concerned with a broad range of questions relating to older people and/or ageing in general.
Not sure if your organisation is eligible? Contact us at nathalie.decraecker@age-platform.eu.
Reaching a critical mass is key to make a difference! We look forward to meeting you to discuss how we could best team up. Do not hesitate to contact us!
Process to apply
- Download the Membership Application Form
Click here to download the form (Word) - Complete and sign the form
Ensure all documents listed in the form are provided. - Send your application
By email: nathalie.decraecker@age-platform.eu
Your application will be reviewed within few weeks by the Accreditation Committee. We will keep you updated on the status of your application.
Categories of AGE membership
National, Regional or European non-profit organisations composed of older people and/or working for older people member of the European Union of European Free Trade Association.
- Participation in all AGE activities, with refunds of most of participation costs.
- Representation at the General Assembly
- Possibility to nominate country representative at the Council of Administration.
- Membership fees : 0,33% or your total income per year. Minimum fee 483€. Maximum fee 3 838€.
National non-profit organisations from countries applying to be member of the European Union, or national non-profit organisations which ceased their membership.
- Participation to all AGE activities, refunds to be discussed and validated with Council and Executive Committee.
- Observer member at the General Assembly.
- Observer member at the Council of Administration.
- Membership fees of 483€.
Non-profit organisations which cannot be Full member.
- Only offered 1 year in the first year of membership.
- Participation to some AGE activities, no refunds of costs.
- Observer member at the General Assembly, with no refunds of costs.
- Membership fees : 483€.
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