London, November 19, 2025 – The Europe Today: Preparatory meetings for the World Longevity Congress (WLC) were held in London at The Harley Lounge. The session was chaired by Gerontologist Dr. Kemal Aydın, Founder and CEO of the World Longevity Forum (WLF).
During the meeting, it was decided that the year 2026 will be celebrated as the International Year of Healthy Ageing, and that the World Longevity Congress will be hosted in Türkiye on 3–5 December 2026.
This landmark event will take place under the slogan “Building Bridges for Longevity”, with the main theme “New Horizons for Longevity: Development, Healthy Ageing and Care.”
Key Themes of the Congress
The congress will bring together global leaders from science, policy, civil society, and industry to discuss critical topics shaping the future of longevity:
- Longevity and Sustainable Development
- Preventive Health Approaches
- Traditional and Complementary Medicine
- Artificial Intelligence and Digital Health
- Nutrition, Healthy Living and Ageing
- Care Services, Rehabilitation, Therapeutic Destinations and Longevity Tourism
- Biomedical Innovations
- Medical Ecology and Hydroclimatology
- Longevıty Friendly Cities and Communities
From Ageing to Longevity: A Global Transformation
Following the UN World Assemblies on Ageing in 1982 and 2002, the congress will focus on the global shift from “ageing” to “longevity” and its implications for the future.
International organizations, governments, public institutions, academia, the private sector, civil society, media, and opinion leaders will work together to craft a strategic vision and global action plans for this transition.
Continental Preparatory Meetings
As part of the preparation process, continental meetings will be held across the world, enabling each region to contribute actively to the congress.
These efforts aim to strengthen global cooperation and build an international longevity ecosystem.
A Thousand-Year Legacy: From Ibn Sina to Today
The year 2026 also marks the 1000th anniversary of Ibn Sina’s seminal medical work, The Canon of Medicine. Inspired by this rich legacy, the congress will explore the convergence of:
Physical, social, psychological, cultural, and spiritual ageing with digital, cellular, and positive ageing perspectives.
The event aims to unite all relevant sectors and stakeholders, establishing a comprehensive and forward-looking longevity vision.
Global Longevity Ambassadors to Be Appointed
Countries participating in the World Longevity Congress will nominate Global Longevity Ambassadors, who will serve as advocates for the global longevity transformation.
Longevity Festival and Exhibition
A Longevity Festival and Exhibition will be held concurrently with the congress, showcasing innovative technologies, cultural insights, health solutions, and future-oriented longevity practices.
