An Overview of Active Aging Policies and their Dissemination Process in Türkiye

The rapidly increasing older population in the world and Trkiye has brought along the need for comprehensive health, social services, and economic policies.Active aging policies in Trkiye have developed since the 2000s and align with the World Health Organization and international action plans.Necessary steps were taken with the "Specialization Commissions on Aging" established during the 10 th and 11 th Development Plans.During the 12 th Development Plan period, the "Report of the Specialization Commission on Active Aging" was prepared, the pandemic's effects were considered, and new policy priorities for active aging were determined.These policies cover multidimensional areas such as strengthening health services, increasing social participation, improving digital skills, and age-friendly living spaces.However, there are shortcomings in monitoring and evaluation mechanisms for policy implementation, such as adaptation to gender, age group, and regional differences.Therefore, data-based monitoring mechanisms should be strengthened to develop inclusive and sustainable ageing policies, and inter-institutional cooperation should be increased.