Other emergencies

		DR Congo conflict The ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic Congo is having a devastating effect on the country's population. 1.3 million people are displaced and their situation remains extremely precarious. We are supporting older people by providing emotional support, access to age-friendly healthcare and helping them to find paid work.
		Darfur conflict The current conflict in Darfur has displaced 2.7 million people and affected a further two million. We are working in 12 internally displaced people camps in North and West Darfur to provide older people with healthcare, food and shelter and ensure older people are included in other relief agencies' programmes.
		Occupied Palestinian Territories Many older people were unable to flee the bombings during the month-long war in Gaza between December 2008 and January 2009. They were left behind and are now emotionally and financially vulnerable. We are working with partners in Gaza to set up community groups, provide medical care for older people and raise awareness of their isolation.
		Haiti earthquake At least three million people, including 200,000 older people, were affected directly by the Haiti earthquake in January 2010. Since the earthquake struck, HelpAge has been working with local partners and older people themselves to help them accomplish this.
		Kyrgyzstan unrest In June 2010, violence flared up in Osh, Kyrgyzstan. Hundreds were killed, thousands injured, as well as homes and businesses lost. We are helping older people and those they support by providing wellbeing kits, which contain items such as towels, soap and shampoo. We are also distributing coal and ensuring older men and women have a regular supply of food throughout the harsh winters.
		Colombia conflict Colombia's internal conflict has lasted several decades and has forced up to 4.6 million people from their homes. This displacement affects older people disproportionately for various reasons. Many older people don't declare their displacement and do not know how to access their rights. We are helping older people in Colombia overcome the problems they are facing.