The Intersectionality of Ageism & Sexism: Harnessing the Power of Older Women [Hybrid Format – In-Person (Limited Seating) & Virtual Attendance Available]

You're Invited: Side Event at the UN High-Level Political Forum 2025 

July 16th, 2025, New York City 

1:15 PM – 2:30 PM (EST) 

Venue: Permanent Mission of Canada to the United Nations 466 Lexington Avenue, New York 

Hybrid Format – In-Person (Limited Seating) & Virtual Attendance Available 

Your hosts, International Longevity Centre of Canada and HelpAge Canada, invite you to an impactful gathering at the High-Level Political Forum 2025. This session will explore how ageism and sexism intersect to shape older women’s experiences and highlight their vital leadership and resilience. 

Moderated by hosts: 

Ms. Margaret Gillis, President, International Longevity Centre of Canada 

Mr. Kahir Lalji, CEO, HelpAge Canada 

Featured Speakers: 

• H.E. Ambassador Bob Rae  

• H.E. Ambassador Paula Narváez 

• Ms. Amal Abou Rafeh, Chief, Programme on Aging United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (https://publicadministration.desa.un.org/contact-us) 
• Dr. Rosy Pereyra, President of ILC, Dominican Republic (https://www.ilc-alliance.org/members/ilc-dominican-republic/) 

• Ms. Marta Hajek, Chief Executive Officer, Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario (https://eapon.ca/) 

• Mr. Cherian Mathews, HelpAge International (https://www.helpage.org/) 

Interactive Q&A and open floor discussion to follow 

Register now to secure your spot: 

In-person (Limited Seating): https://shorturl.at/VrMMw 

Online: https://shorturl.at/hCHF7 

 Together, let’s elevate the voices and leadership of older women and advocate for inclusive, age-friendly policy change.