Professor Davis Coakley Award for Creativity in Ageing and Medicine
Now Open for Submissions
The Irish Gerontological Society invites submissions for the Professor Davis Coakley Award, celebrating artistic expression inspired by ageing, geriatric medicine, and the lived experiences of older adults.
This prestigious award honours the legacy of Professor Davis Coakley (1946–2022), an academic geriatrician, literary scholar, and passionate advocate for integrating the humanities into medicine.
We welcome submissions from anyone who cares for, works with, or is inspired by older people, including healthcare professionals (current, retired, or in training), carers, and creatives from all walks of life. You do not need to be an IGS member to enter.
Submissions can include:
- Prose
- Poetry
- Artwork (any medium)
- Sculpture
- Photography
This year’s pieces should reflect themes related to ageing or geriatric care, and may draw inspiration from our 2025 conference theme:
“Designing & Delivering Sustainable Age Friendly Healthcare.”
The top 10 submissions will be invited to showcase their work at the IGS Annual Scientific Meeting in October, where the winner will be announced.
Submit by midnight, 1st August 2025
To enter, email: daviscoakleymedal@
Include your name, profession, and your artwork (PDF for written work; photo for visual pieces).
Join us in celebrating the enduring connection between the arts, ageing, and the healing professions.
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