Lezing 'Ageing societies: connecting a demographic perspective with a sociological, political and economic analysis'
- Voor wie
- Alumni , Bedrijven , Journalisten , Medewerkers , Privépersonen , Studenten
- Wanneer
- 02-04-2026 van 15:00 tot 17:00
- Waar
- Auditorium 3, Campus Ledeganck , Karel Lodewijk Ledeganckstraat , 9000 Ghent
- Voertaal
- Engels
- Door wie
- Department of Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics - Faculty of Sciences
- Contact
- oliver.dukes@ugent.be
This DASS Annual Lecture by Prof Patrick Deboosere explores the impact of and policy questions around the demographic transition of our time.
Ageing societies are a success story characterized by increased life expectancy. However, the economic literature often portrays aging societies as problematic, even referring to them as a "demographic time bomb."
We will begin with an analysis of demographic data on population aging, life expectancy, and lifespan in order to develop a more balanced view of the demographic transition of our time. A clear understanding of these processes will help dispel some deeply entrenched myths.
The crisis narrative is challenged by the gradual and manageable rise in the elderly population and by the fact that populations today are healthier than in the past. Next, we will discuss the economic consequences and societal challenges using data and analyses from the Belgian Federal Planning Bureau and the National Bank.
The objective of the lecture is to stimulate discussion and imagination regarding the policies needed for our future. The event will be followed by a reception.