How much do you know about the UN Convention

Online quiz

Test your knowledge, challenge common myths, and learn more about the UN Convention on the Rights of Older People.

Take our five-minute quiz and see how much you know about the Convention, why it matters, and how it can strengthen the rights of older people around the world.

1. Which of the following statements best reflects the current status of older people's rights under international human rights law?
2. Which UN human rights treaty specifically focuses on older persons?
3. According to the World Health Organization, ageism can affect:
4. Why are many organisations calling for a UN Convention on the Rights of Older Persons?
5. Which group is expected to grow most rapidly worldwide over the coming decades?
6. Which of the following is considered a form of age discrimination?
7. What is one reason ageism is often described as the most prevalent form of discrimination?
8. A UN Convention would primarily help governments by:
9. Which of the following is NOT one of the key principles often promoted in discussions about older people's rights?