In 2020, Brazilian life expectancy will be over 75 years old, representing 34 million citizens or 15 percent of population. Although ageing is a recent phenomenon, Brazilian elderly population is one of the largest in the world. The country needs to address policies especially economic ones, education, health and social services so that ageing represents a real gain. Some of these measures should include children and teenagers, in order to prevent prejudice against the elderly and ease possible intergenerational conflicts, which society may face due to its needs and available resources. The purpose of this paper is to emphasize the importance of breaking down the prejudice against elderly (ageism) developing attitudes that can improve movements toward solidarity and citizenship in contemporary society.
Intergenerational Programs; Ageing; Intergenerational Conflict; Prejudice; Non-formal Education; Citizenship and Solidarity