A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar. The quake, the worst in over a century, was followed by strong aftershocks, further shaking a region already grappling with conflict and displacement.
Escalating violence in Gaza is causing renewed displacement and destruction of essential infrastructure.
Severe shortages of food, medicine, and power are putting lives at risk. HelpAge and partners call for immediate humanitarian access to prevent further suffering.
Gaza’s life expectancy has dropped from 75.5 to 40.6 years, underscoring the war’s toll and the collapse of intergenerational support.
As the conflict in DRC displaces millions, older people are stranded without food, shelter, or medical care. Many face forced returns to unsafe areas.
Ukrainian filmmaker Adelina Borets reflects on her trilogy of films capturing the resilience, strength, and overlooked experiences of older people in Ukraine amid war.
This blog by Chris McIvor, Regional Representative for Eurasia and the Middle East at HelpAge International, examines the ongoing exclusion of older people in humanitarian crises and the urgent need for more inclusive aid responses.
The Syrian Expatriates Medical Association (SEMA) has been a lifeline since 2011, providing critical healthcare during years of conflict. Now, as Syria moves toward reunification, SEMA is rebuilding healthcare systems and prioritizing support for older people often overlooked in crises.
HelpAge International expresses strong solidarity with the World Health Organization (WHO) following the US decision to withdraw, emphasizing its vital role in global health and support for older people.
A ceasefire in Gaza offers relief after 16 months of hardship. HelpAge calls for immediate humanitarian aid, prioritizing older people who face severe displacement and lack of basic needs.
Poverty in old age remains a critical challenge in Bangladesh. 57 per cent of older people are economically vulnerable, with more women being at risk of poverty compared to men.
The situation for older people in Zambia is extremely challenging, with many facing poverty and lack of access to essential services, including healthcare, microfinance, employment and social support.
