We're building a movement of elders to address the environmental, governance and social issues of our time.
WELCOME to a community of thousands of elders who are taking action to create a better world for our grandchildren, future generations, and all life. We are concerned about what we see happening all around us – and, we are doing something about it!
In our workshops and conversations we explore the critical issues that keep us awake at night – climate change, our floundering democracy, social injustices, and the need for a new, regenerative way of living. Then we move into action, putting to good use our talents, time, resources, and decades of life experience.
Elders are 80 million strong in America. We can bring about the changes that are needed – but we’re running out of time. We know that we must act now and act fearlessly before it’s too late.
Join Us – together, we are creating a future that works for all!
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Sound Democracy
Elders for Sound Democracy are an action group of EAN, a national, non-partisan movement of elders. We focus on preserving democracy in a blend of research, education, and advocacy.
Climate Action
We work nationally to affect federal policy, legislation, and regulation to mitigate climate change. We work locally with community organizations and individuals to enact climate ordinances and to lower our individual carbon footprints.
Elders Rising
Elders Rising brings together EAN’s numerous offerings equipping elders with information, resources, tools and training.