Deutsches Zentrum für Altersfragen

The Deutsches Zentrum für Altersfragen (DZA) is a federal research institute that has been intensively dealing with the topics of aging and old age since its founding in 1974. The focus of the DZA is on social participation throughout the life course, particularly in the second half of life.

• Research: The DZA conducts comprehensive studies that address various aspects of aging, such as the Corona pandemic and older people, social relationships, assistance and support, housing and neighborhood, voluntary engagement, work and retirement, income and wealth, images of aging and discrimination, as well as health and well-being[1][2][4].
• German Age Survey (DEAS) and German Volunteer Survey (FWS): These surveys provide representative data on the living conditions of older people in Germany and are used for social science research and policy advice[1][2][5].
• Research Data Center: The DZA provides microdata from the mentioned surveys for scientific purposes and supports users in utilizing this data[1][2][4].
• Policy Advice: The DZA's office for age reports and the office for the National Dementia Strategy advise the federal government, associations, and municipalities in age-relevant policy areas[1][2][4].

The main mission of the DZA is to generate scientific knowledge that serves as a basis for social reporting and policy advice. The institute is committed to improving the living conditions of older people and promoting social participation in old age. Values such as scientific excellence, social responsibility, and the support of an age-friendly society are at the forefront[1][2][4].

The DZA is involved in various initiatives to sustainably improve the quality of life for older people:

• National Dementia Strategy: The office supports the federal government, associations, and municipalities in shaping this strategy[1][2][4].
• Social Reporting: Through regular reports and analyses, the DZA contributes to evidence-based policy-making[1][2][4].
• International Cooperation: The DZA is part of the Berlin Research 50 (BR50) network and collaborates with other renowned research institutions to strengthen international research and policy advice[2].

The DZA is funded by the Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth and is an important player in the field of aging research and policy in Germany. Through its extensive library and the provision of scientific literature, it contributes to further education and knowledge transfer[1][2][4].

• 1 - https://www.service.bund.de/Content/DE/DEBehoerden/D/Deutsches-Zentrum-fuer-Altersfragen-eV/Deutsches-Zentrum-fuer-Altersfragen-eV.html?nn=4641496
• 2 - https://www.dza.de/en/about-us/about-the-dza
• 3 - https://www.dza.de/datenschutz
• 4 - https://www.dza.de
• 5 - https://www.bmfsfj.de/resource/blob/173820/666c7db8a6a5f4f9211f4e55fd12df3f/einsamkeit-deutscher-alterssurvey-dzi-data.pdf