CCAA is committed to fostering a community that upholds the principles of dignity, equity, and respect for older persons. Our mission is to eliminate ageism and promote the human rights of older people through advocacy, research, and policy development. Membership in our coalition is open to organizations and individuals who share these values and actively contribute to advancing our goals.

The CCAA offers two categories of Affiliate Membership: Individual and/or Organizational.

• Individual Affiliate Membership: Any individual may apply to be a part of the CCAA by registering online, providing basic personal information, their reasons for joining, and how they may be able to contribute to the CCAA.
• Organizational Affiliate Membership: Any organization may apply online to be a part of the CCAA by submitting detailed information about their organization and how they may be able to contribute to the CCAA.
• The CCAA team will strategically review both organizational and individual members based on the unmet needs and priorities of the CCAA, as well as the value proposition of each member. This review will guide the Membership Committee in determining the appropriate level of engagement for each selected member.

Honorary Advisory Members and Working Groups of CCAA consist of individuals or organizational Affiliate members of the CCAA who are appointed through a formal process by the CCAA Steering Council / Committee(SC). Honorary Advisory members or Working Groups are a vital source of support and contribute significantly to the CCAA’s mission, selected for their specific expertise, skill set(s), spheres of influence, or and / or access to human, intellectual, financial or in-kind resources. They bring valuable skills, knowledge, and networks that enhance the coalition’s effectiveness. Examples of AC members include older persons, CCAA ambassadors, representatives from the business sector, social innovators, government officials, academics, human rights experts, media professionals, and specialists in fields such as big data, artificial intelligence, and other relevant areas.

Organizations in good standing will be recognized and acknowledged throughout the lifespan of the project and during the implementation of campaign activities. This may include the display of logos and other forms of acknowledgment.