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Support for older people works best when it is shaped by people and organisations who know local realities.

80 years old Jesucita has lived through some of Venezuela's most significant emergencies. Today, living in a tent with her daughter and granddaughter, she continues to face uncertainty with the same resilience that has guided her throughout her life. 

Years of advocacy by older people, civil society organisations and members of the HelpAge global network have helped secure a landmark new law that strengthens the rights of older people in Chile.

CADENA International's efforts focus on search and rescue, healthcare, relief distributions, psychosocial support and rapid needs assessments. 

Intensified Russian attacks across Ukraine have again exposed the challenges many older people face in reaching safety during air raids. HelpAge is calling for more accessible and inclusive protection measures and humanitarian assistance.

FAID’s experience in Pakistan shows how strong civil society organisations advance older people’s rights.

CADENA International is working with affected communities to assess needs and help ensure support reaches those who need it most.

Eduardo Klien explains the thinking behind this year’s themes and why they matter now.

His experience shaping responses to demographic change in Japan will support stronger global advocacy for the rights and wellbeing of older people.

Following the powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Mindanao in the Philippines on 8 June, HelpAge is working closely with COSE as they assess the impact on affected communities and identify priority needs. 

Rhea Tariq, HelpAge's Director of Global Impact, reflects on the Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Population Ageing

HelpAge is working with local partner Community Aged Foundation (CAFO) to ensure older people are included in prevention, information-sharing and community response efforts.