What’s going on?
Hosting a campus event? Sharing new research? We welcome announcements and updates from Age-Friendly University Institutions to showcase innovative age-friendly initiatives. Short articles, such as research highlights or program reflections, can be featured in our newsletters, website, and social media, celebrating your institution’s contributions and inspiring the global network.
Newsletter Articles
We invite faculty, staff, and students from Age-Friendly University institutional members to contribute short pieces of 500 words or less for inclusion in our newsletter. This is a great opportunity to share insights, experiences, and updates with a global network of age-friendly advocates. To guide you in crafting your submission, please consider the following:
Content Ideas
Research Highlights: Summarize key findings from recent studies or ongoing projects related to aging and age-friendliness.
Program Updates: Share news about age-friendly initiatives, events, or activities happening at your institution.
Personal Stories: Reflect on meaningful experiences or lessons learned through age-friendly work.
Student Experiences: Showcase student involvement, achievements, and reflections on internships, practicums, or other age-friendly related projects.
Announcements: Highlight upcoming events, collaborations, or opportunities within your institution.
Submission Guidelines
Length: Keep your submission concise— generally no more than 500 words.
Format: Include a title for your piece. Submissions should be in Word or a similar text format.
Images (Optional): If relevant, attach high-quality images (with appropriate permissions) to accompany your submission. Provide captions and photo credits.
Author Details: Include your name, role, and institution, as well as any other contributors.
Submitting Your Article
We welcome submissions at any time. Items will be reviewed and included in the next relevant monthly newsletter - sent on the third Monday of each month.
You should email your submission to Info@AFUGN.org with the subject line “Newsletter Submission.” All submissions will be reviewed for clarity, relevance, and alignment with the newsletter’s goals. Minor edits may be made for formatting or consistency.
We look forward to featuring your voices and perspectives in our newsletter. Thank you for contributing to the Age-Friendly University Global Network’s vibrant community!