OFFICIAL LOGO SELECTED FOR INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF OLDER PERSONS, 1999
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ORG/1260
SOC/4429
OFFICIAL LOGO SELECTED FOR INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF OLDER PERSONS, 1999
19980105 NEW YORK, 5 January (Development and Human Rights Section, DPI) -- The Department of Public Information (DPI) has announced the selection of the official United Nations logo for the International Year of Older Persons, 1999 (see reverse side).The logo design, prepared by DPI in consultation with the Department of Economic and Social Affairs, comprises rotating concentric lines expressing vitality, diversity and interdependence, as well as movement and progression.
The reflection of vitality in the lines refers to the increased ability of the mind and spirit of older persons, made possible by healthy lifestyles. The experiences gained throughout life lend themselves to the great diversity found among older persons in all societies. This combination of vitality and diversity is seen as heralding both "a new age for old age" and the reality of "old age in a new age".
The concentric petals or lines draw attention to the independence and interdependence of the generations, factors which blend to create a dynamic and reciprocal exchange of encouragement, enablement and caring. Such reciprocity enacted in family, community and society at large is the animating principle leading "towards a society for all ages", the theme of the Year.
The General Assembly designated the year 1999 as the International Year of Older Persons, when it adopted the Proclamation on Ageing in 1992. The Proclamation urges the international community to facilitate collaboration across sectors and nations, and to reach out to the development community, the media, the private sector and younger generations in an effort to create a society for all ages.
United Nations programmes have consistently promoted the fullest possible participation of older persons in their societies and the recognition of their needs and concerns. In 1982, the General Assembly endorsed the International Plan of Action on Ageing, adopted by the World Assembly on Ageing, held at Vienna, from 26 July to 6 August 1982. Subsequently, the General Assembly adopted the United Nations Principles for Older Persons in 1991. Based on these documents, the Secretary-General has elaborated conceptual and operational measures for "1999 and beyond".
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