In 2018, France Alzheimer decided to launch a new tool, following the presidential and legislative elections that occurred in 2017. Indeed, these polls considerably transformed the French political landscape and France Alzheimer felt the need to re-create a lasting link with French parliamentarians, to strengthen its advocacy work.
This 12-page magazine, called “Agissons ensemble” (“let’s act together”), which they publish twice a year, has revealed itself to be the perfect tool to provide information and constantly raise awareness among the elected representatives of the Republic (including French MEPs). A lot of them have since signalled their interest in this format and reached out to the French association for further information.
Each issue is designed around a specific subject, linked to the daily life of people with dementia and their carers. It also enables France Alzheimer to promote the concrete actions of its 100 local branches and give a voice to those most affected by the disease.
Besides the centrefold, filled with interviews and analyses, one of the pages is dedicated to a debate with elected representatives around a specific question. For example, for the May 2021 issue, thanks to the help of Alzheimer Europe, the magazine will feature an exclusive interview with MEP Sirpa Pietikäinen (Finland), who agreed to answer a few questions concerning the recognition of dementia as a disability. The second 2021 issue, planned for November, will be dedicated to the next French presidential election that will occur in April 2022. France Alzheimer may take the opportunity, at that time, to create a new digital tool as well.