Permanent University

The Permanent University of the University of Alicante (UA) is a scientific, cultural and social development programme of the UA which has as its aim to promote Science and Culture, as well as intergenerational relationships, in order to improve the quality of life of seniors (older adults) and encourage their participation, within their life context, as social 'dynamisers', in accordance with Articles 2.d), 108.c), 120 y 164 of the University of Alicante Statute, Art. 35 of the Generalitat Valenciana (Regional Government) Statute, Act 1/95 of the Generalitat Valenciana on training of older adults, the Preamble, 2nd and 9th paragraphs of the Organic Law 4/2007 of April 12th on Universities that modifies Law 6/2001 of December 21st on Universities, and the Agreement signed by the Generalitat Valenciana - Conselleria - Regional Ministry - of Education, Culture and Sport and the University of Alicante for the implementation of training actions addressed to the segment of Older Adults above 50 years of age.