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Rights of older women in Africa raised at the UN
By Glynnis Cummingsjohn, Posted 26 August 2011 See more by this blogger
The abuse of women's rights in Africa is an issue which is very close to my heart. Abuse against older women is common across Africa and in African communities abroad, yet it receives very little attention. People give many... Keep reading
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Fiji government welcomes MIPAA
By Neil Maharaj, Posted 23 August 2011 See more by this blogger
This week, HelpAge affiliate, Fiji Council of Social Services (FCOSS) met with their minister for Social Welfare, Women and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Jiko Luveni as well as the permanent secretary, Mr. Govind Sami to present the Madrid International Plan... Keep reading (1 Comment)
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The feasibility of a universal pension in Belize
By Charles Knox-Vydmanov, Posted 13 June 2011 See more by this blogger
Last week I was in Belize to launch a study on the feasibility of a universal pension. We produced the study with support from our affiliate HelpAge Belize and in collaboration with the National Council on Ageing, Belize. Belize... Keep reading (1 Comment)
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Your opinion counts! Tell us how we're doing
By Jane Scobie, Posted 07 April 2011 See more by this blogger
Two years ago, we asked you for your views on our publications, newsletters, blogs and social media. We then used your comments to give you what you wanted: Specific facts, figures and maps on all the regions (and countries)... Keep reading (1 Comment)
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