On September 25 and 26, 2026, Asti will host Longevitalia, a nationally prominent initiative dedicated to aging, health, and innovation in services for the elderly population.
Italy remains among the world’s most long-lived countries, yet it must contend with a steadily aging population: according to ISTAT data, the over-65s account for more than 25.1% of residents and a significant share live with multiple chronic conditions, chronic illnesses and social isolation. In this context Longevitalia was born, defined as an annual, permanent laboratory aimed at promoting a new vision of longevity—not only as an area of care and frailty management, but also as a resource to be valued.
A Multidisciplinary Dialogue
The two days of work will feature the participation of Italian and international experts and will provide an opportunity for dialogue among healthcare and regional authorities, universities, research centers, scientific societies, associations, social-healthcare workers, and businesses.
«The central objective of Longevitalia, – explains Vasco Giannotti, president of the Forum Risk Management, – is to promote a radical shift in paradigm, interpreting longevity not as a burden of care, but as a centuries-spanning challenge capable of valuing the elderly as an active, relational, cultural, and economic resource, while simultaneously guaranteeing the right to autonomous and dignified living».
From Research to Public Policy
The program aims to promote a vision of aging as a life stage characterized by opportunities and potential, while addressing the challenges of longevity through research, technological and social innovation, and the dissemination of best practices.
Among the declared objectives of the initiative is also the development of recommendations and concrete proposals capable of guiding public policies in the demographic, social-health, and cultural sectors.
The Role of Digital Technologies
A specific focus will be devoted to advanced technologies and their contribution to the development of proximity-based services and to supporting the autonomy of the elderly. Centered topics in the discussion include Artificial Intelligence, Digital Health, telecare, and Ambient Assisted Living (AAL) solutions.
There will also be ample emphasis on designing age-friendly cities and communities, with attention to livability, mobility, social housing, and physical activity. The program will also include sessions on ongoing training for professionals, ethical considerations, and communicating longevity.
Partnerships and the Longevity Economy
Among the topics Longevitalia will address is the development of new forms of public-private collaboration for delivering territorial and home-based services tailored to the aging population.
The event will also analyze the dynamics of the longevity economy, with in-depth explorations of the economic, financial, and insurance activities tied to longer lifespans and evolving needs of the 65-plus population.
Partners will include associations representing seniors, non-profit organizations, cultural institutions, Italian and European foundations active on longevity, and companies developing technological solutions to promote autonomy for older adults.
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