The central theme of this master's thesis is intergenerational learning at the Fužine Senior Center, which takes place through the innovative FACE project. With this research, we aimed to contribute to the development of project evaluations and to its further development. The theoretical part is based on the concept of longevity, which highlights concepts such as healthy and active aging, lifelong learning, quality aging, and intergenerational connection and learning. Rapid social changes and the challenges of longevity create a need for social innovations; we recognised the FACE project as such. It was created in collaboration with the Fužine Senior Center, the Museum of Architecture and Design, and the local community. In the empirical part, a qualitative research paradigm was used, and as a type of research, a case study. Ten participants and the project leader were interviewed. We have found that the FACE project promotes intergenerational learning and active aging, through the exchange of knowledge, skills, and services in an innovative way. It uses a website for connecting generations, making it particularly appealing to the younger generations, or Generation Z. Participants had a positive experience with intergenerational learning, and we also recognized numerous positive effects on both younger and older generations. Through the project, the Fužine Senior Center is transforming into an intergenerational contact zone, where older adults contribute to the community, while feeling included. This impacts their overall well-being and sense of purpose, and contributes to quality ageing. For further development, the project needs continuous funding and staff support with interdisciplinary knowledge for project management. We also propose the establishment of national and international networks for sharing good practices and developing new social innovations.
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