Abstract: The paper has three objectives. First, the author gives an introduction of the International Year of Older Persons 1999. Then he talks about the activities and celebration of the Year which are going on in different parts of the world. Finally, the author focuses on what lessons can be learnt from the celebration of the International Year of Older Persons. Significance of the Year is great. Many countries are observing the Year in different ways. Seminar, symposium, conference, rally, research, walk, negotiation, and so on are going on around the world. All these activities are sure to raise awareness about the problems of the elderly, as well as to find out ways and means to meet them.