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Intergenerational solidarity can be understood as a sense of mutual dependence between people, arising from shared or common interests that generate any number of positive social outcomes. Some have defined the concept as a social contract, based on reciprocity across generations.

Within the broad objective of developing specific strategies to promote social inclusion and enhance solidarity between generations, this meeting is geared at exploring essential elements of solidarity at all levels -- in families, communities and countries.

The experts will discuss ways to promote mutual support among generations, especially between older persons and youth; what can be done to avoid conflicts among generations; and how to address the specific needs of various socio-demographic groups in this context.

For more information, please contact Ms. Julie Pewitt (pewitt@un.org).