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In search for a distributive user involvement in policy-making process on ageing: a case study of UK Advisory Forum on Ageing

Yunjeong Yang 1,  정영순 1

1이화여자대학교

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This study began by a research question whether or not a genuine user involvement based on power redistribution is possible, and by what conditions. The recently launched UK Advisory Forum on Ageing and older persons' involvement in the policy process is chosen as a case study as it represents a new initiative by the British government to "empower older people's engagement" by establishing a consultation body at the national level. We understand that user involvement in the participatory democratic approach is feasible only when a meaningful power redistribution is made and that the power redistribution can be achieved by meeting the following three conditions. Firstly, older participants in the process shall need to be respected and trusted as equal partners. Secondly, opportunities to participate in the policy process, as well as practical support for it (such as provision of physical arena and of financial support to attend any meetings), shall be provided. Lastly, supports to develop older persons' human resources and capacity building for active participation are also required. Only when these three conditions are met, the user involvement can be referred as genuine, with power being distributed to so-far marginalised users. The conclusion of this study is that for a genuine and successful user involvement in the policy process, the strong and continuous government support is necessary. The conclusion also includes implications for Korea where the desire for participation in policy-making process on ageing will be stronger around the time of retirement of the baby-boom generation in the foreseen future.

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