THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF BEIRUT
Healthy Longevity
Mission (HeLM)
A regional platform of excellence dedicated to advancing cutting-edge interdisciplinary research, education, policy and community engagement focused on healthy aging. We harness academic excellence to shape solutions that help individuals age with dignity, purpose, and opportunity in Lebanon and beyond.
Addressing Aging and Longevity Through
Research and Innovation
Fostering partnerships for aging Research and Innovation
Professional Training and Education
Building capacity and advancing professional training in gerontology and geriatrics
Aging Expert Engagement
Convening aging experts and advocates across the MENA region
Evidence-Informed Advocacy
Promoting evidence-informed advocacy and policy change for healthy longevity
Addressing challenges and creating opportunities
%
of people will be over 60 in six Arab countries by 2050
countries in the Arab region will be super aged by 2050
%
of people will be over 60 in nine other MENA countries by 2050
As the fastest-aging country in the Arab world, Lebanon is at the forefront of the region’s demographic shift — and AUB is uniquely positioned to lead the response. With decades of public health leadership, a strong research portfolio on aging, and a network of regional and global partners, HeLM serves as the Middle East’s academic hub for healthy longevity.
