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Voices of older people: Raising awareness of ageing

By Ina Voelcker, Posted 13 March 2012 See more by this blogger

Having had more time to reflect on the discussions at the Commission for Social Development session in New York earlier this month, I am struck by the almost exclusive focus on youth poverty and unemployment. Very few member states... 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)
Justice for Mama Diliu on International Women’s Day

By Amleset Tewodros, Posted 05 March 2012 See more by this blogger

Today is my 55th day in Tanzania. I moved to Dar es Salaam from Kenya, where I worked with the HelpAge Africa Regional office for over a decade. I have received a warm welcome from all corners. Smiling faces... Keep reading (1 Comment)
Supporting older people's rights in Hebron

By Sarah Marzouk, Posted 27 February 2012 See more by this blogger

Last week, I met with our partner PCCDS, the Palestinian Centre for Communications and Development Strategies, based in Hebron in the West Bank. PCCDS work on various issues, but their work overlaps with ours when it comes to supporting... Keep reading (2 Comments)
CSD 2012: Ageing, MDGs and the pursuit of human rights

By Bethany Brown, Posted 31 January 2012 See more by this blogger

HelpAge International, with CEO Richard Blewitt and its affiliate HelpAge USA will be participating in the United Nations Commission on Social Development which kicks off on 1 February in New York. Older people are at the centre of the... Keep reading