Leading gerontologist announced as new chair of HelpAge International Board of Trustees
Professor Sarah Harper CBE, a pre-eminent expert in population ageing, announced as the new chair of the HelpAge International Board of Trustees.
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Older people in Bangladesh face a humanitarian crisis of unprecedented scale
The August 2024 floods are the worst humanitarian disaster in the history of southeastern Bangladesh, affecting approximately 5.8 million people.
Ensuring decent work for older people engaged in nature-based solutions in Indonesia
In Indonesia, jobs related to nature-based solutions in agriculture and forestry play an important role in supporting the green economy. These help the environment and create jobs. But many challenges remain.
New report sheds light on the gaps in evacuation support for older people in Eastern Ukraine
This report provides a deeper understanding of the gaps in support for the evacuation of older people from conflict-affected areas in Eastern Ukraine.
Rebuilding lives: supporting older people in Morocco one year after the devastating earthquake
On September 8, 2023, a devastating 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck central Morocco. One year on, the challenges remain immense.
190 Days of War in Gaza: A Personal Account
A personal account by Oday El-Meghari, the Executive Director of El Wedad, a Palestinian civil society association based in Gaza.
Crisis intensifies in eastern Ukraine as civilians face rising hostilities
Older people are among the most vulnerable in this crisis.
Independence through their eyes: what Ukraine’s freedom means to the older generation
On the occasion of Ukraine's Independence Day, we speak with older Ukrainians about what freedom and independence mean to them.
MANEPO director appointed to African Commission on Human and People’s Rights
Andrew Kavala, executive director of Malawi Network of Older Persons’ Organisations (MANEPO), a member of the HelpAge global network, has been appointed to the African Commission on Human and People’s Rights.
World Humanitarian Day 2024: A Call to Protect Those Who Serve
The world is failing its humanitarian workers, and by extension, the millions of vulnerable people they serve.
UN Passes Landmark Resolution to Protect the Human Rights of Older People
UN member states adopted a significant resolution which will pave the way for a UN process to establish an international, legally binding instrument - a convention - to safeguard the human rights of older people.
Addressing Isolation and Mobility for Older People in Ukraine
Exploring the impact of the Ukraine war on mobility and social inclusion of older people, and the barriers to their involvement in community life.