Narrative Quote by Alexander De Croo
“We need a new and positive narrative that defies the negativity and transforms our ageing populations from a problem into an asset.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: European Commission address, 2022
Reframing aging as a resource can shift societal narratives and unlock economic potential
In simple terms: Seeing older people as assets changes negativity and
Promote positive narratives about aging to harness experience
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workforce planning
- healthcare reform
- media campaigns
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policy support this narrative?
- What role does media play in perception?
Changing deep‑seated stereotypes is challenging and slow