About this episode

The episode explores an ageing festival in Bergen, Norway, focusing on innovative solutions to loneliness and mental health in an age-friendly society.

In Bergen, Norway, a two-day ageing festival is testing out new ways to build an age-friendly society—through culture, conversation and shared experiences. Myra Anubi joins in, meeting the people finding creative answers to loneliness, mental health, care and belonging, and hearing hopes for a future where generations mix rather than separate. From masterclasses to inspiring collective events, the festival’s aim is to make ageing something we can all become more comfortable with and even celebrate. People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We release a new edition every Tuesday. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk . And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider. Presenter: Myra Anubi Producer: Alex Collins Editor: Jon Bithrey Sound mix: Hal Haines (Image: A group of revellers at the Generation ageing festival in Bergen, Alex Collins/BBC)

People in this episode

Host: Myra Anubi

Topics covered

• ageing
• mental health
• loneliness
• community
• intergenerational relationships

Keywords

• ageing festival
• mental health
• loneliness
• community events
• intergenerational mixing

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BBC World Service

Places: Bergen, Norway

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