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Learning about social transfers in East Asia

By Camilla Williamson, Posted 10 November 2011 See more by this blogger

I am currently completing a three month secondment from Age UK to HelpAge International's East Asia Pacific Regional Development Centre in Chiang Mai, and have been very lucky to have had my time here coincide with their annual Social... Keep reading
Bridging the gap between generations

By Sawang Kaewkantha, Posted 26 October 2011 See more by this blogger

We talked to Sawang about his part in our joint project with the Tony Blair Faith Foundation, Face to Faith, where via live web chat, he spoke to students across the globe about issues that affect older people, their... Keep reading
Thailand's politicians must commit to a pension for older people

By Usa Khiewrord, Posted 29 June 2011 See more by this blogger

Thailand heads to the polls for a general election on 3 July. HelpAge's East Asia Pacific regional team is using this opportunity to draw attention to shortcomings in the major parties' social protection policies. Only 11 of the 40... Keep reading
Older people in Thailand voice their needs to the government

By Sawang Kaewkantha, Posted 28 September 2010 See more by this blogger

Hello, my name is Sawang Kaewkantha, Executive Director of the Foundation for Older Persons' Development (FOPDEV). Like in previous years, the reason that I am involved in Age Demands Action is because the voice of the poorest of the... Keep reading (2 Comments)
ADA activities are a powerful reminder that we are still waiting for change

By Eduardo Klien, Posted 08 September 2010 See more by this blogger

We frequently debate within our Network how to influence government policies on ageing. We usually agree that we all require strategic patience, we used the persistence of the spider weaving its spider web. But we also need, from time... Keep reading