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Asean ACAI

The official page of the ASEAN Centre for Active Ageing and Innovation (ACAI). ACAI serves as a knowledge centre on active ageing and innovation.

ACAI is a policy-focused organization fostering collaboration among ASEAN members to promote active, age-friendly environments for the aging population. It addresses health, socio-economic, and environmental factors to enhance quality of life, empower older adults, and integrate their contributions into society.

22/07/2026

The Siriraj Academic Center of Geriatric Medicine (SiACG) ศูนย์วิทยาการเวชศาสตร์ผู้สูงอายุศิริราช cordially invites the public to attend a special lecture on “The ASEAN Centre for Active Ageing and Innovation (ACAI) and the Future Direction of Ageing Initiatives in ASEAN”

Speaker:
Dr. Somsak Akksilp
Executive Director, ASEAN Centre for Active Ageing and Innovation (ACAI)

📅 Thursday, 20 August 2026
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM (GMT+7)
💬 Thai language
💻 Via Zoom (Register here: https://lnkd.in/gzna5QRQ)

Thailand is not the only country entering an ageing society. How are ASEAN Member States preparing for this demographic transition?

Join us to explore the vision, strategies, and regional initiatives that are shaping the future of active ageing in ASEAN, covering healthcare, public health, and cross-sectoral collaboration to build an age-friendly and resilient society for all.

16/07/2026

What does it take to age well as a nation? ACAI's recent study visit funded by IDRC in Asia to Singapore points to three answers: shift care from hospitals to communities, plan cities for ageing decades ahead, and get government, researchers, and communities moving together.

These lessons are shaping the Regional Action Plan on Active Ageing, part of ACAI's ongoing work with ASEAN Member States to build a region-wide picture of active ageing.

Thank you to everyone who hosted and shared their expertise during the visit.
Urban Redevelopment Authority
Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI)
Ministry of Health, Singapore
Singapore Ministry of Manpower
Central Provident Fund Board
Health Promotion Board, Singapore
Agency for Integrated Care - AIC Singapore
Home Nursing Foundation (HNF Hougang)
MOH Office for Healthcare Transformation (MOHT)
NUS Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health
Singapore Management University
Duke-NUS Medical School
Tsao Foundation

Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gbMSXVxb

07/07/2026

📢 We are pleased to announce that the Call for Research and Innovation 2026 is now entering the Full Proposal Stage.

Following a competitive Expression of Interest (EOI) process, 50 applicants have been invited to submit their full proposals:
🔹 15 Early-Career Support Grants
🔹 20 Active Ageing Seed Grants
🔹 15 Active Ageing Catalyst Grants

These proposals will contribute to advancing this year's theme:
"Advancing Healthy Longevity in ASEAN: Integrating Physical, Mental, and Social Health for Active and Resilient Ageing."

Congratulations to all selected applicants! We look forward to working with selected applicants to foster research and innovation that supports active and resilient ageing across ASEAN.

02/07/2026

We have just concluded an important study visit to Viet Nam under Phase 2 of the project "Advancing Active Ageing in ASEAN: Strategy Mapping and Regional Monitoring through the ASEAN Active Ageing Index (AAAI)", supported by IDRC in Asia.

Key observations from our recent engagement:
✅ Vietnam's Vice Minister of Health, Do Xuan Tuyen, outlined five strategic priorities for ASEAN during Vietnam's Chairmanship (2026–2028), with the development of the Silver Economy emerging as a shared regional priority.
✅ Intergenerational Self-Help Clubs (ISHCs) continue to demonstrate the value of community-led integrated care by combining peer health support, social participation, and income-generating activities.
✅ Strong collaboration among governments, civil society organizations, and development partners is creating new opportunities to scale innovative approaches for healthy and active ageing.
✅ Stakeholders also expressed interest in the ASEAN Active Ageing Index (AAAI) as a regional monitoring tool to track progress and inform evidence-based policymaking.

At the same time, several areas require continued attention:
• Strengthening referral pathways between community-based screening and formal health services.
• Expanding digital literacy alongside digital access so older persons can safely participate in the digital economy and society.
• Adapting community care models to changing family structures as more households transition from multi-generational to nuclear families.

Looking ahead, ASEAN has a strong foundation to build on. Existing policy frameworks, proven community models such as ISHCs, and growing regional partnerships provide an opportunity to:
• Scale community-led active ageing initiatives across the region.
• Strengthen coordination across the health, social, labour, and finance sectors.
• Develop sustainable financing mechanisms that leverage public investment, development partner support, and private sector engagement to advance the Silver Economy.

Together, these efforts can help create a more inclusive, resilient, and age-friendly ASEAN where older persons continue to contribute to their families, communities, and economies.

Thanks to our local partners: Doanh Nghiệp Xã Hội VIOBA - Vì Một Việt Nam Già Hóa Chủ Động, HelpAge International in Vietnam, Bộ Y tế, Ninh Binh Province, ISHCs, World Health Organization Viet Nam - Tổ chức Y tế Thế giới Việt Nam, UNFPA Viet Nam - Quỹ dân số Liên Hợp Quốc tại Việt Nam, Viet Nam Association of the Elderly, National Geriatric Hospital, Institute for Family and Gender Studies Viet Nam

Read full news at: https://lnkd.in/gckVei_R

26/06/2026

Following the MOU signing, ACAI was pleased to host a follow-up meeting between อบจ.ระยอง (Rayong Provincial Administrative Organization), เทศบาลเมืองมาบตาพุด (Map Ta Phut Municipality), and Fukuoka City to explore concrete collaboration on advancing the care economy.

Discussions focused on the "One Village, One Caregiver" concept, caregiver training and upskilling, study abroad opportunities for Thai students in Japan, and strengthening integrated community-based care. Both sides also exchanged ideas on community-based care and cultural exchange initiatives.

ACAI looks forward to supporting this partnership as it translates shared ideas into meaningful action.

24/06/2026

ACAI warmly welcomes H.E. Do Xuan Tuyen, Deputy Minister of Health of Viet Nam Bộ Y tế, as Chair of the ACAI Governing Board for 2026–2028. ACAI is committed to working closely with Viet Nam and Board members across all ASEAN Member States to advance a stronger, more inclusive active ageing agenda for the region.

Read the full news on our website: https://lnkd.in/dDS5yUpQ

19/06/2026

Today, has an opportunity to receive a visit from Dr Kapil Kapoor, Regional Director Asia of IDRC / CRDI and Dr Reiko Hayashi, Director-General of Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS).

Discussions include the reflections of the IDRC-funded Strategy Mapping project implementation and progress updates of the ASEAN Active Ageing Index ( ) that has been supported by IPSS.

We will continue to strengthen our efforts to promote active ageing across ASEAN, and we thank AMS for their support and partnership on this shared journey.

18/06/2026

Thank you to the World Health Organization Timor-Leste for the warm welcome and for a fantastic knowledge-sharing session with the ACAI team! 🇹🇱

Collaborating on active ageing and regional health initiatives is key to building a healthier future for all. We are excited about the journey and partnerships ahead.

17/06/2026

📢 ACAI 2026 Call for Research & Innovation “Advancing Healthy Longevity in ASEAN” is now officially closed.

We're encouraged by the strength of this year's response, including single-country projects and multi-country collaborations, with digital inclusion and social connectedness as the most frequent primary themes. The breadth of ideas reflects a vibrant and growing research community committed to helping people across ASEAN age well.

The ACAI review panel is carefully assessing each submission against the goals of the call. Following this review, selected applicants will be invited to submit full proposals. We'll be in touch directly with those moving forward to the next stage.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated, shared the call, or supported this project along the way. Your insights and contributions are incredibly valuable to our work and represent healthy longevity research in the region.

16/06/2026

Our site visits in Malaysia have officially concluded! By validating the ASEAN Active Ageing Index (AAAI) directly against local, real-world dynamics, is ensuring regional data translates to actual well-being, better policies, and meaningful innovation for older persons.

Our heartfelt thanks go to the Malaysian government agencies and stakeholders who generously gave their time and insights, especially Malaysian Research Institute on Ageing, AgeCOpe, Kendana Malaysia, and MASOC CARE for their valuable participation.

Full story here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dcaUuJnX

Supported by: IDRC / CRDI