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The impact of displacement on older people

By Jo Wells, Posted 27 June 2012 See more by this blogger

Across the globe today, the displacement of families and communities as a result of conflict, human rights abuses and natural disasters, is a major cause of suffering, poverty and loss of life. Displacement, particularly over the long term, is... Keep reading (1 Comment)
Rebuilding homes and lives in northern Ethiopia

By Erna Mentesnot Hintz, Posted 18 June 2012 See more by this blogger

The flooding that hit Ethiopia's Alemata district in 2010 devastated thousands of lives and destroyed homes and livelihoods. Since then HelpAge and the Relief Society of Tigray (REST) have joined forces to build 329 houses for older people affected... Keep reading
Stop elder abuse, protect older people's rights

By Barbara Dockalova, Posted 12 June 2012 See more by this blogger

To mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June, older people in 18 countries will campaign against elder abuse and demand protection of their rights. This campaign, Age Demands Action for Rights, has gained support very quickly, with... Keep reading (1 Comment)
Making it Ageless in the Czech Republic

By Oldrich Stanek, Posted 11 June 2012 See more by this blogger

Last week, my organisation Zivot 90, a HelpAge partner, took part in the open-air youth festival Maj les, which is organised by university students from all over the Czech Republic. Over 8,000 young people get together to celebrate the... Keep reading
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