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International Federation on Ageing Global Conference: HelpAge goes to Prague

By Anders Hylander, Posted 07 June 2012 See more by this blogger

Last week, International Federation on Ageing's 11th Global Conference took place in the picturesque city of Prague, Czech Republic. The theme of this year's conference was "Ageing Connects". Discussions revolved around active ageing, ending elder abuse, age-friendly communities, and... Keep reading
No age limit to good health: Age Demands Action in Bangladesh

By John McGeachy, Posted 23 April 2012 See more by this blogger

There are no "older people" in Bangladesh and yet one in ten people are soon to be over 60. Confused? I am talking about the murky world of categories and definition. You see, in a country where what constitutes... Keep reading
Tackling HIV and AIDS in Africa: A lasting impact

By Rachel Albone, Posted 14 March 2012 See more by this blogger

At the beginning of March, the HelpAge HIV team spent a week in Uganda with our partners. The aim was to plan the fifth and final year of our Africa programme funded by the UK Big Lottery Fund to... Keep reading (1 Comment)
International Women's Day: A woman's work is never done

By Hazel Austin, Posted 08 March 2012 See more by this blogger

International Women's Day is observed annually today, 8 March to celebrate the achievements of women throughout history and across nations. HelpAge is contributing to this global celebration by raising awareness of the struggles faced by many older women across... Keep reading (1 Comment)
HIV and AIDS response marginalises older people

By Denebo Dekeba, Posted 19 December 2011 See more by this blogger

This blog was written by Denebo Dekeba, Programme Officer at HelpAge affiliate, Ethiopian Elders and Pensioners National Association. This month, Ethiopia hosted the International Conference on AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) in Africa (ICASA) for the first time.... Keep reading