As birth rates decline and populations age, the pressures on our economies, healthcare systems, and social structures are becoming increasingly evident. With rising housing costs, economic uncertainty, and barriers to starting families, the challenge of demographic change is no longer just about individual choice — it's a pressing public policy issue. 

France provides a stark example of these demographic changes. Fertility rates have dropped to their lowest levels since the aftermath of World War I, and for the first time in history, deaths outnumber births. In response, the French government unveiled a comprehensive 16-point national prevention plan on February 11, 2026. 

During the AR&D Symposium on June 4, 2026, we will explore these complex challenges together.

More information on the speakers will follow soon!

Registration is free of cost.

Register here.