Publications

A&D 27 shows that older people have a unique perspective on climate change. It also includes news and reviews on health, population ageing, social pensions and the Haiti earthquake.

A&D 26 sets out the case for a UN convention on the rights of older people. Other articles cover decent work, witchcraft allegations, social pensions and self-help groups.

A&D 25 argues for new approaches to healthcare in developing countries in response to growing numbers of older people. It also reports on how migration in former Soviet Union countries means grandparents are bringing up children.

Issue 75: Focus on older women discusses the effect of discrimination on older women and calls for better data as a starting point for developing more effective programmes.

Ageways 74 shows how older people’s organisations have worked successfully with the media. It explains how new technologies are changing the way the media works and provides practical guidelines on working with the media.

Ageways 73 shows how much older people contribute to society and their own development. You can find out how to apply an “age helps” approach to your own work.

French translation of Older people in disasters and humanitarian crises: Guidelines for best practice

Spanish translation of Older people in disasters and humanitarian crises: guidelines for best practice

These guidelines aim to help relief agencies meet the special needs of older people in emergencies. They also suggest ways to enhance older people's contribution.

Portuguese translation of Supporting older carers.

French translation of Supporting older carers.

Russian translation of Guidebook for developing and supporting older persons' organisations