About the course
- Equip participants with a deeper understanding of ageing in India
- Provide a comprehensive understanding of the various aspects related to the aging population in India, in contrast with other major countries.
- Explore the social, economic, and policy dimensions of this demographic trend.
For entrepreneurs
- Understand the untapped opportunities of building products and services for the elderly in India
Who is this Course for
Skills Covered in this Course
- demography
- india
- population aging
- comparative analysis
- longevity
- policy analysis
- critical thinking
- gender
Structure of the Course
Agenda
1/A general overview of the old population in India
- Demographic Analysis: Analyze India's demographic structure, focusing on the aging population's characteristics and trends.
- Explore the Feminization of Old Age: Investigate the increasing prevalence of elderly women in India's population, understanding its social and economic implications.
- Impact on Labor Market: Examine how the aging population affects India's labor market, including shifts in workforce dynamics and challenges.
- Economic Status of the Elderly: Be aware of the economic status of India's elderly population, including income sources, financial security, and dependency ratios.
- Health and Social Wellbeing: Understand the health status, access to healthcare, and social well-being of the elderly in India.
2/Leading Challenges: Be aware of the primary challenges faced by the aging population in India, including healthcare, social security, and societal attitudes.
3/Examples of Government Initiatives: Be exposed to government initiatives and policies to address the needs and challenges of the elderly in India.
4/Key Takeaways from the course
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Faculty
Dr. Ira Sobel is the founder and Academic Director of Fintech for Longevity Academy, a trusted provider of financial longevity for corporate professionals around the world. Dr. Sobel specializes in the economic aspects of aging with a particular focus on the role of Fintech in improving the financial well-being of older adults and their families. Dr. Sobel lives in Israel where she is currently teaching a course on “Financial Inclusion in the Fintech Age” at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. She is an international speaker and advisor to many Fintech companies and VCs around the world. Dr. Sobel has a PhD in Sociology from Tel Aviv University.
Nidhi Chawla is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Silver Talkies, a one-of-its-kind community-led platform in India for the older adults, offering them solutions to the deeply embedded issues of loneliness and social isolation. Nidhi is also the co-author of the book “Rethink Ageing – Lessons in Ageing from the Older and Bolder Generation” published by Penguin India. She has several years of experience in the financial services sector, having worked with SREI International Securities and McKinsey & Co. Nidhi has been the recipient of several leadership awards for her work in the eldercare space and is currently a member of the CII Seniorcare committee.
What Others Have to Say About Our Courses
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