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An inclusive post-2015 framework with some teeth!

By Nesta Hatendi, Posted 31 January 2013 See more by this blogger

Yesterday, I had the honour of moderating the roundtable debate on ageing and disability with my colleague AK Dube of the African Decade of Persons with Disabilities, as part of this week's meeting of the UN High-level Panel in... Keep reading
World Economic Forum: Ageing on the agenda

By Richard Blewitt, Posted 28 January 2013 See more by this blogger

Last week, I was at the World Economic Forum. It was a productive few days, with lots of interesting discussions happening. Here are just some of the points I have taken from my time in Davos. On economics, politics... Keep reading
National Conference on Old Age takes place in Mozambique

By Álvaro Zimba, Posted 12 November 2012 See more by this blogger

Events specifically dedicated to older people's issues are rare in Mozambique but for some years now, the Government has, in partnership with civil society the Forum of Older People Associations (FTI) has held the National Conference on Old Age... Keep reading
Older people's rights must be addressed: UN Open-ended Working Group on Ageing

By Gulia Abitova, Posted 03 September 2012 See more by this blogger

I attended the third session of the UN Open-ended Working Group on Ageing in New York from 21-24 August. It was my first experience attending such an international level meeting and I was very impressed with the atmosphere. Challenge... Keep reading (1 Comment)
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