Welcome to GSA's policy branch, the National Academy on an Aging Society! As a non-partisan public policy institute, the Academy actively conducts and compiles research on issues related to population aging and provides information to the public, the press, policymakers, and the academic community.

Policy Publications

The Academy produces publications aimed at providing researchers, teachers, students, and citizens interested in aging-related issues with valuable policy information.

How to Advocate for Aging Issues

GSA invites you to learn how to translate your research into political action. See how GSA participates in advocacy and share your own opinions with policymakers.

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GSA News

Catch up on society news and updates including our CEO blog and member-specific news.

Calendar of Events

See all of our upcoming events including conferences, webinars, and more.

The GSA Toolkit for the Management of Obesity in Older Adults

The GSA KAER Framework—Kickstart, Assess, Evaluate, and Refer (KAER)—supports primary care teams to better meet the needs of older adults with obesity and overweight

Roles of Congressional Staff

Learn the commonly used titles and principal functions of key staff.

Key Congressional Committees

View the most important committees for Aging and Health issues.

Hill Visit

Tips for your visit to Capitol Hill, from saying thank you to bringing a short summary of your research.

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Attendees

GSA's Annual Scientific Meeting draws approximately 4,000 professionals each year

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Sessions

The program consists of nearly 500 peer-reviewed scientific sessions featuring new research.

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Our attendees come from more than 50 countries

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Annual Scientific Meeting

GSA’s premier scientific meeting on aging research – where 3,700+ professionals in aging come together for 5 days of learning and networking. GSA members save on registration which more than covers the cost of GSA membership!

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Connect to 5,500 members from 50 countries on an online networking member platform. Access the member directory and sign-up for volunteer opportunities.

Journals

24 X 7 online access to all five of GSA's scholarly journals with thousands of articles on every aspect of aging research, best practices and trends.

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Interest Groups

GSA has over 50+ interdisciplinary, topic-focused Interest Groups. Find your people!

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Being an effective advocate on legislative issues means knowing where and when to exert your influence. As a citizen, a constituent, or as a member of an organization, you have a right to communicate your thoughts and ideas to legislators, federal officials, and the White House. 

Roles of Congressional Staff

Learn the commonly used titles and principal functions of key staff.

Key Congressional Committees

View the most important committees for Aging and Health issues.

Hill Visit

Tips for your visit to Capitol Hill, from saying thank you to bringing a short summary of your research.

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Coalitions & Partner Organizations

Learn more about GSA's coalitions and partnerships.

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Federal Advisory Committees & Councils

GSA monitors the activities of various federal advisory committees and councils.

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Letters of Support

GSA provides ongoing advocacy through letters of support and responses to RFIs and requests for comments.

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Press Room

Resources for journalists and press releases featuring new research by members, updates on the Society, policy developments, and Annual Scientific Meeting details.

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Gerontology News

Society events (including the Annual Scientific Meeting), news on members, funding opportunities, resources for aging researchers, policy issues, and legislative actions.

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AGHExchange

AGHExchange is a quarterly newsletter that covers AGHE events, member recognition, funding opportunities, resources, and policy issues.

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