HelpAge joins WHO Global Network for Age-Friendly Cities and Communities
This marks an important step in our mission to build inclusive, supportive environments where older people everywhere can thrive.
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Building a brighter future for older people in Uganda
In 2023, eight organisations came together to create HelpAge Advocacy Network Uganda (HANU). Today, just two years later, HANU is already changing lives, ensuring that older people across the country live with dignity, respect, and opportunities.
Vietnam’s New Employment Law Opens Doors for All Ages
For the first time, older people are explicitly included in Vietnam’s Employment Law - a landmark recognition of their role in the workforce.
Devastating Floods in Pakistan Put Older People at Risk
Northern Pakistan has been hit by devastating floods that have killed more than 340 people and displaced over 160,000.
World Humanitarian Day 2025: Protecting Those Who Protect Humanity
This World Humanitarian Day - 19 August 2025 - we face a truth we can no longer avoid: the world is failing humanitarian workers and the people they serve.
Ukraine: Staying Close Despite the Danger
On World Humanitarian Day, we draw attention to the difficult but extremely important work that HelpAge social workers carry out in Ukraine every day.
A fairer future for all ages
For the Second World Summit for Social Development, our message is that people of all ages must be seen, respected, protected, and supported throughout their lives.
Gaza on the brink of famine – older people are suffering deeply
The Food Security Phase Classification has issued its gravest warning yet: a worst-case famine scenario is unfolding across the Gaza Strip.
The world’s oldest humanitarian crisis: Millions of older Ukrainians continue to suffer after three years of war
Our latest report shows that older Ukrainians are being pushed further into poverty and despair as the war drags on. Their needs grow each year, yet too often they are invisible when help is given out.
Listening, learning, and honouring the strength of older people: a visit to Meshmesh, Lebanon
A visit to Meshmesh in Lebanon highlights the power of local care that uplifts, connects, and respects older people.
“We’re still here”: older people in Lebanon struggle to recover from conflict and crisis
New assessment reveals widespread exclusion of older people from humanitarian aid, healthcare and decision-making following 2024 cross-border escalation.