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The main goal of the 22nd Festival for the Third Age is to promote active ageing, improve the quality of life of older persons, and foster solidarity between generations. The festival is organized by the Slovenian Federation of Pensioners' Organizations, in cooperation with the Ministry of Labour, Family, Social Affairs and Equal Opportunities, the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Culture, the City of Ljubljana, and other partners from the public and private sectors. Key features of the festival include The Golden Thread, a series of insightful lectures and discussions on critical ageing-related topics like health, social security, intergenerational cooperation, lifelong learning, and active citizenship. The Golden Market offers a marketplace for organizations and companies to present products and services tailored for the older demographic, encompassing health care, tourism, leisure, education, and technology. The Golden Stage is a showcase for the artistic and creative talents of older individuals, featuring performances in singing, dancing, playing instruments, reciting poetry, and theatre. Lastly, The Golden Network provides a networking space for older adults to connect with peers and representatives from supportive institutions and organizations. The festival is held annually in late September since 2002.

The Support for Unemployed Persons and Persons Seeking Employment Law has the objective to provide support for unemployed individuals, job seekers, and those at risk of unemployment to enhance their competitiveness in the labor market. The main institutions involved are the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs and its agency, the State Employment Agency. Key stakeholders include unemployed persons, job seekers, and employers. This policy applies to Latvian citizens, non-citizens, EU citizens, and other specified groups residing in Latvia. It covers national-level interventions aimed at reducing unemployment and improving labor market participation. The policy includes active employment measures such as occupational training, paid temporary community work, and measures to increase competitiveness. Specific measures for older persons include programs to help individuals update their skills and qualifications to remain competitive in the labor market and personalized guidance to help older persons navigate their career paths and find suitable employment, among other policies. The State Employment Agency is responsible for implementing the measures, coordinating with local governments, and ensuring safe and healthy training conditions. The law was adopted on May 9, 2002, and came into force on July 1, 2002.

The Allocation Personnalisée d'Autonomie (APA) was introduced with the objective of improving the support for older persons experiencing loss of autonomy, enabling them to perform daily activities. The policy is overseen by the Ministry of Social Affairs, Labor, and Solidarity, and the Ministry of Health, Family, and Disabled Persons. Key stakeholders include older persons, healthcare providers, and social services. The APA targets older persons aged 60 and above, particularly those classified in GIR 1 to 4, indicating varying levels of dependency. It covers both those living at home and in care facilities across France. The APA provides financial assistance for home care services, technical aids, and minor home modifications. The amount of aid is determined by the individual's level of dependency and financial resources. Implementation involves assessments by a medico-social team and the creation of personalized care plans. As of June 2002, 299,000 older persons have benefited from the APA, with 65% residing in care facilities. The average monthly aid for home care is 515 euros, with 95% covered by the Conseil Général. The APA was adopted on January 1, 2002.