Dr Alexandre Kalache

Alexandre Kalache, a physician with advanced degrees in Social Medicine and Epidemiology, is a world-leading expert on ageing and particularly on the global view of population ageing and the longevity revolution. For nearly four decades he has applied his expertise to improving the situation for elderly persons through promoting their health, protecting their rights, and securing their care. He has been influential in both academia and international policy. Before his involvement in the International Longevity Centre Global Alliance, Alexandre directed the World Health Organisation global programme on ageing.