Ageways 70: Social Pensions
Ageways 70 presents the case for social pensions as an effective way to reduce older people's poverty and that of their families. It argues for a universal rather than a means-tested approach.
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Ageways 70 presents the case for social pensions as an effective way to reduce older people's poverty and that of their families. It argues for a universal rather than a means-tested approach.
A&D24 reports on a groundbreaking series of consultations on social protection in Africa. It also discusses HIV and AIDS, as well as the global food crisis and how social protection can cushion its effects.
Ageways 71 highlights the impact of HIV and AIDS on older people. It sets out the case for including older people in data, policies and programmes, and it gives practical examples of how to do this.
Ageways 72 celebrates the achievements of the HelpAge International network on its 25th anniversary. It shows how much older people's assocations can achieve for themselves and their communities.
This briefing, the first in our Pension watch series, outlines the perceptions of recipients and others of a pilot cash transfer scheme for everyone over the age of 60 and discusses the practical benefits and challenges of implementing the scheme.
The Russian translation of The vulnerability of older people in Osh, Kyrgyzstan
The old age grant in Swaziland was introduced in 2005. This study assesses its impact and discusses how it has been delivered since it was first set up.
This report discusses a survey which was made of older people in Osh, after the civil conflict there in June 2010.
This HelpAge International study outlines the significant gap in the amount of funding allocated to older people in humanitarian emergencies, despite their being one of the most vulnerable groups during disasters.
Our annual review 2010 provides a snapshot of our work with partners to enable 1.5 million older people to lead more dignified, active, healthy and secure lives. It includes a wallchart on global ageing.
Our annual report and financial statements presents a detailed summary of our activities and full financial report for the year ending 31 March 2010.
Our wallchart shows that an ageing world is a world of opportunity. When you give an older person a secure income and basic healthcare, they spread the benefits to every generation.