FORUM: ''Yoga for Healthy Ageing.'' International Day of Yoga 2026. This year marks the 12th International Day of Yoga with the theme “ Yoga for Healthy Ageing”, which emphasizes the importance of Yoga for all ages. Yoga can be a valuable practice for healthy aging because it supports many of the abilities that help people stay active, independent, and engaged as they grow older. By combining gentle movement, stretching, breathing exercises, and mindfulness, yoga can help improve balance, flexibility, strength, and mobility, while also supporting mental well-being and stress management. Because yoga can be adapted to different fitness levels and health conditions, it offers an accessible way for many older adults to maintain their physical and emotional health. These benefits support several goals of the WHO Decade of Healthy Ageing (2021–2030), including promoting independence, reducing fall risk, enhancing quality of life, and encouraging person-centered approaches to health and well-being. Follow the conversation with the hashtags: #Yogaforhealthyageing, #Yoga, #21June, #YogaDay, #HealthyAgeing, #IDY2026 .
EVENT: On June 18th, 2026, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. (EDT), the 12th International Yoga Day event was held at the UN Headquarters in New York. Organized by the Permanent Mission of India to the UN in collaboration with the UN Secretariat, the event took place in the North Lawn Area of UNHQ. Yoga can promote mindfulness and relaxation during times of difficulty and stress. It also supports physical well-being at all stages of life. Register to participate!
The International Day of Yoga is observed annually on 21 June. The Day was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly on 11 December 2014 through resolution 69/131, recognizing the universal appeal of yoga and its value as a holistic approach to health and well-being. Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India. The word "yoga" derives from Sanskrit and means to join or unite, symbolizing the union of body and consciousness. Today, yoga is practiced in various forms around the world and continues to grow in popularity. This Chair Yoga session will provide an accessible and inclusive way to mark the International Day of Yoga, allowing participants of different ages and physical abilities to take part in a gentle form of yoga. The event highlights yoga's contribution to health, well-being, mindfulness and harmony. Related Sites and Documents: website and Programme.
