The UN CoNGO NGO Committee on Intergenerational Solidarity was a co-sponsor with the Skipp Pearson Foundation of an all-day musical event in celebration of International Jazz Day on April 30, 2024 in New York City. Susanne Seperson and Kevin Brabazon, representatives of Generations United, joined Shirley Martin, Executive Director of the Skipp Pearson Foundation for a second year in a row to present the very successful event. Our own Kevin Brabazon played drums with an intergenerational group of musicians.

The 2024 edition of International Jazz Day was celebrated in more than 190 countries according to UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Herbie Hancock. The city of Tangier, Morocco served as Global Host.

Join our Team as an Intern!

Are you passionate about building a better world for people of all ages? Join the Generations United team this summer as an intern!

Generations United’s internships provide opportunities to enrich your understanding of intergenerational and grandfamilies issues while building research skills, learning about advocacy, and engaging with an active intergenerational network. Learn more about our intern opportunities here.

Generations United Highlighted in the Seattle Times

Generations United Executive Director Donna Butts is quoted in the Seattle Times article, titled "WA older adults fight isolation by rethinking senior housing." The article highlights the importance of intergenerational housing and how it challenges social isolation for older adults. Read the story here.

Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network featured on the Power Station Podcast

Network Director Ana Beltran recently was the guest on an episode of the podcast Power Station, which seeks to amplify the voices of those who are building power and making change. Listen to the episode wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more.

Mid-Atlantic Intergenerational Conference

The Mid-Atlantic Intergenerational Conference, July 10-12 in Lancaster, PA, includes hands-on learning, workshops, tours and group activities, interest group meetings, and site visits to innovative intergenerational programs and places in the Lancaster region. Award-winning conductor, composer, and author Rob Kapilow will open the conference with a musical, interactive session, followed by a keynote presentation by Generations United Executive Director Donna Butts.

You don't want to miss this major event showcasing innovative, impactful, intergenerational initiatives in the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond. Learn more.

In response to a TA request from a kinship navigator, we worked quickly to develop and post this resource. If you work with grandparents and other kin raising high school seniors, please widely share this new resource. It has detailed directions to help students raised by kin to complete the FAFSA, the federal financial aid application that opens doors to money to pay for college. As with most things, the instructions for these students are different than for students being raised by parents. The great news is that, in most circumstances, only the student’s income and assets are considered in determining aid! So, it's very important to fill out the application correctly because it can help ensure bright futures for these young adults. Access the resource.

As always, the Network is accepting individual requests for assistance from professionals who work in systems or organizations that serve kinship/grandfamilies. Fill out the request assistance form to receive support from our team. Learn more and sign up to access our resources!

Museum of Contemporary Art 

Tucson’s Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) has developed two intergenerational programs designed to bridge the gap between youth (ages 13+) and older adults (ages 55+) in the LGBTQIA+ community. Both programs help combat chronic loneliness that affects many LGBTQIA+ members. Older adults and youth are recognized and supported as equals in the program. Read more about Tucson's Museum of Contemporary Art here.

AARP's Free Publication: Creating Community Gardens for People of All Ages

Creating Community Gardens for People of All Ages — a 32-page publication by AARP Livable Communities with 8 80 Cities — can help elected officials, government staff, nonprofit organizations, and neighbors in all sorts of places build and sustain community gardens as inclusive, intergenerational outdoor spaces. Access the publication here.

Recognizing National Foster Care Month

This year, National Foster Care Month (NFCM) is raising awareness about the needs of youth transitioning out of foster care into adulthood and independent living.

This year’s theme—”Engaging Youth. Building Supports. Strengthening Opportunities.”— emphasizes how it is essential to create a child welfare system that takes a holistic and culturally responsive approach to engaging youth in planning for their future to help them leave care with lasting relationships, meaningful supports, and greater opportunities. Learn more.

Immune and Breathe Easier campaign from the COVID-19 Vaccine Equity and Education Project

Older adults (60+) are at a higher risk for severe respiratory illness. Learn more about the immunization recommendations that can help safeguard you & your loved ones. Stay protected with information from COVID-19 Vaccine Education and Equity Project here.

Vaccines are critical for all ages—infants, kids, and older adults all need to have protection from preventable diseases! Check out our intergenerational conversation resources on valuing vaccinations across the generations to learn more here.