Advocacy
Help make a difference to the lives of all older Australians by joining our free advocacy campaigns, learning about the research we undertake or enjoying what our membership has to offer.
Together, we can make a difference.
As a not-for-profit organisation, we work hard to achieve better outcomes for older Australians. You can get involved by becoming a member, donating to our campaigns, signing petitions, joining our Advocacy Supporters Group, subscribing to our free e-newsletter Connect.
Check out our advocacy wins to see what we've achieved so far. We couldn't do what we do without your support. Together, we make a difference.
Our Chief Advocate, Ian Henschke is committed to strengthening the collective voice of older Australians.
Ian has worked in film, television, radio and print for 37 years and has served on the board of the ABC, presented regular radio programs and won prestigious media awards, including UN Media Peace Prizes in 2007 and 2009.
Fairness in retirement income
Campaigning for a retirement income system that is adequate, sustainable and fair.
Healthy Earth, Healthier Future
We're campaigning the government to take practical action on climate issues.
Better housing
We're working to improve downsizing options and introduce a stamp duty concession.
Fairer Concessions
We're campaigning for fairer concessions. Plus, discover the current concessions for older Australians.
Federal Budget 2022: A Fairer Future
We're urging the government to adopt a number of key recommendations.
Fix pension poverty
We're fighting to improve the standard of living for those reliant on the Age Pension.
Energy Affordability
We're working to reduce energy bills for older Australians.
Health Costs/Specialist Fees
We're campaigning to reduce out-of-pocket health care costs.
Become a member
As a not-for-profit organisation, your membership directly funds our Advocacy and Research work. It helps us fight to fix pension poverty, tackle the cost of living and health care, improve aged care and fairness in retirement income.
Plus, get access to discounts, competitions, weekly news and Our Generation magazine 4 times a year!
Donate to our advocacy campaigns
Your gift today can help fix pension poverty, rebuild the retirement income system and provide more home care places so that older Australians can live safely and make ends meet.
