top of page
wasgn-exterior-1077-hor-wide_edited.jpg

2026 Changemakers in Aging Summit

The Changemakers in Aging Summit convenes students, young professionals, researchers, and cross-sector leaders committed to shaping the future of aging. Hosted in partnership with GSA, the Summit creates a dedicated space for emerging leaders to engage with aging through biomedical research, policy, advocacy, communications, and whole-person care, building a strong pipeline of young people into aging-related fields.

​

If you are interested in sponsoring this event or if you are interested in joining our planning team, please email info@changemakersinaging.org!

About the
Summit

On November 6 and 7, 2026, Changemakers in Aging, in partnership with the Gerontological society of America (GSA), will host a day-long event for undergraduates, graduate students and young professionals who aspire to shape the future of gerontology through biomedical innovation, policy reform and social impact. This summit will be a part of GSA's 2026 Annual Scientific Meeting in National Harbor, MD.

This Year's Summit will Include:

  • A pre-event Networking Reception the night before to foster

  • early community-building

  • A Networking Breakfast designed to spark collaboration across sectors

  • Keynote speakers from policy, research, and healthcare leadership

  • Interdisciplinary panels spanning biomedical innovation, advocacy, and whole-person care

  • An interactive workshop designed to foster community

  • A Resource Fair with career, academic and volunteering opportunities

  • An Intergenerational Lunch bridging students and established leaders

  • The Future of Aging Op-Ed Competition amplifying emerging voices in public scholarship

Registration

The Changemakers in Aging (CIA) Summit is a day-long symposium uniting the next generation of leaders transforming the future of aging. We are bringing together an interdisciplinary community of emerging professionals - from high school and undergraduate students, to graduate school scholars, to early-career leaders in gerontology. Whether you’re passionate about aging policy, intergenerational connection, breakthrough research in longevity science, or clinical gerontology, there is something for everyone! Join us for a full day of engaging panels featuring leading experts in the field, meaningful networking with top organizations and professionals driving the aging landscape, the exciting reveal of our op-ed competition winners, interactive experiences (yes, including a photo booth!), good food, and plenty of opportunities to connect and collaborate! Out of respect for our speakers and fellow attendees, we ask that participants attend the full day experience.

​

To register, please visit: https://www.gsa2026.org/Registration/attend and be sure to add the Changemakers in Aging Summit to your agenda. The registration fee for this event is $15 for those attending the Annual Scientific Meeting and $25 for those who are not. We highly encourage attendees to participate in GSA’s Annual Scientific Meeting, as it offers a valuable opportunity to connect with others in the field and continue building your network. Please note that registration for undergraduate students is free!

​​​

If you do not plan on attending the GSA Scientific Meeting, please follow the steps below.​

Speakers & Agenda: coming soon!

bottom of page