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Human Rights Day: Why we need a convention on the rights of older people
By Bridget Sleap, Posted 08 December 2011 See more by this blogger
This year Human Rights Day celebrates the bravery of human rights defenders and the power of human rights activism around the world. In 2011, older women and men in 57 countries from Albania to Zimbabwe demanded that their rights... Keep reading
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Long-term care in old age: An overlooked need
By Prakash Tyagi, Posted 05 December 2011 See more by this blogger
In a recent meeting of HelpAge network affiliates and partners, we discussed the issues of long-term care and care towards the end of life. From our discussions, it seemed clear that long-term care in old age is a sometimes... Keep reading (1 Comment)
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Returning hope to communities affected by conflict in Colombia
By Fiona Clark, Posted 01 December 2011 See more by this blogger
"We thank god we are alive. The illegal armed group came one afternoon and rounded us all up in the main square of the village. I thought: ‘this is it. This is the end'. It is a miracle they... Keep reading
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How can Europe lead the way?
By Barbara Dockalova, Posted 28 November 2011 See more by this blogger
Over the last two years, citizens across Europe have been exchanging messages with older people in developing countries, making their voices heard and showing solidarity through our "Europe Lead the Way" campaign. The campaign is gaining momentum in Europe.... Keep reading
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World AIDS Day: The HIV epidemic is ageing and we must all respond
By Rachel Albone, Posted 25 November 2011 See more by this blogger
Thursday 1 December is World AIDS Day and this year the HIV community has much to celebrate. We have seen declines in new infections; new and ambitious commitments and targets for the HIV response set by world leaders at... Keep reading
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