Older people’s stories

Haniya, 84, recalls the day war shattered her life. Injured family members, displacement to a shelter, and separation from loved ones left her longing for her village.

Abu Mohammed and his family fled their home in Gaza, only to lose everything in a strike on their temporary shelter. Abu Mohammed remains focused on his family’s survival.

Sabah, 57, recounts fleeing airstrikes in South Lebanon and facing hardship in Beirut. Her story highlights the urgent need for aid for displaced older people.

Moussa, 75, and his wife Samira, 72, share their struggle after fleeing war in South Lebanon, holding onto hope amid harsh conditions.

Older people’s experiences with climate change in pictures

As the war rages on, Umm Maher’s wish is heartbreakingly simple: a tent for her family to call home.

Aida and her family's lives changed forever when they were forced to leave their home in southern Lebanon.

Ridha has been forced to move more than 15 times in the past 12 months. "Some days, we moved twice from one house to another because of the intense shelling. We walked for hours, searching for safety," she recalls.

Discover the story of an older woman from Gaza who shares her experiences of survival amidst war.

On the occasion of Ukraine's Independence Day, we speak with older Ukrainians about what freedom and independence mean to them.

Turning the spotlight to three extraordinary women whose stories transcend age, demonstrating that a lifetime of learning and service knows no bounds.

Celebrating age and challenging stereotypes on a runway