Christian Stocker: A strong advocate for the older generation!

Christian Stocker: A strong advocate for the older generation!

Ingrid Korosec, the president of the ÖVP Seniors, expressed her delight at the election of Christian Stocker as federal party chairman. On this day, March 29, 2025, she emphasized the importance of this result, especially in the challenging times in which the decision was made. Korosec highlighted Stocker's leadership strengths and noted that the election result reflects the trust placed in him within the party. She is convinced that Stocker will be a good advocate for the older generation and that he will always be open to the concerns of senior citizens. In addition, the achievements of the older generation, particularly through their voluntary work, became the focus of her speech.

Senior citizen policy in Austria has developed significantly in recent years. Senior citizen policy aims to strengthen the skills and resources of older people. According to that Ministry of Social Affairs Securing and improving the quality of life of older people is a central goal. The Federal Senior Citizens Act promotes the participation of older people in social, political, economic and cultural life in Austria. Lifelong learning and education in old age play an important role in being able to better master new challenges such as dealing with technologies.

Active aging and volunteer projects

Another important aspect of Austria's senior citizen policy is the promotion of active aging, which is closely linked to the support of voluntary measures. The Ministry of Social Affairs supports non-profit associations that carry out projects that serve the senior policy agenda. The main focuses of this funding include:

• Aktives Altern
• Teilhabe älterer Menschen in verschiedenen Lebensbereichen
• Lebenslanges Lernen und Bildung
• Zugang zu digitalen Medien und Erhöhung digitaler Kompetenzen
• Intergenerationelle Projekte zur Stärkung des Dialogs zwischen Generationen
• Verbesserung der Lebensqualität und Würde im Alter

The basis for these measures is differentiated basic research. Those interested can find information about funding opportunities and application forms in the Funding and Guidelines section of the Ministry of Social Affairs. The Federal Seniors' Advisory Council and the Austrian Seniors' Council represent the interests of seniors and form an important forum for discussion between politicians and seniors' organizations.

In summary, it can be said that the election of Christian Stocker and the ongoing efforts towards senior citizen policy in Austria go hand in hand. Support for the older generation, both through political and social measures, is increasingly recognized as essential for a positive quality of life in old age. Korosec, who plays an important role in this process, believes that Stocker will have a great influence as an advocate for the seniors.