The Long Road Ahead: Rebuilding the Health Sector in Gaza
This blog piece is written by Chris McIvor, Director of Global Impact at HelpAge International, based in Amman, Jordan.
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Roles reimagined: Older people’s struggles amidst conflict and earthquake aftermath in north-west Syria
A new report looks at the changing roles of older people in northwest Syria after 13 years of conflict and the devastation caused by the 2023 earthquake.
2023: the year in review
With the close of 2023 approaching, we take a moment to reflect on our endeavours this year.
A tribute to the work of our partner, Juzoor, in Gaza
Amidst the current crisis in Gaza, a member of the HelpAge global network in Palestine, Juzoor, has been responding to the needs of people affected by the conflict since the outbreak of hostilities.
Climate change in an ageing world
HelpAge’s new report highlights the critical link between ageing populations and climate change, ahead of COP28 climate talks.
Enhancing financial inclusion of older urban poor in Ethiopia
A policy brief to better understand financial inclusion of older people in Ethiopia, and the obstacles they face with access to formal and informal financial services in poor urban areas.
Older people face desolation in overcrowded shelters in Northern Gaza as war deepens
The ongoing war in Gaza has unleashed a devastating wave of displacement, leaving many older people stranded in overcrowded temporary shelters in northern Gaza.
Older people: the hidden casualties of the Israel-Gaza conflict
The unfolding events in Israel and Gaza are having a devastating impact on older people caught up in the conflict
Frontline realities from Gaza
Staff from our Palestinian network member - Juzoor for Health and Social Development talks to us about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
#CeasefireNow in the Gaza Strip and Israel
Open Call for an Immediate Ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and Israel to Prevent a Humanitarian Catastrophe and Further Loss of Innocent Lives
Addressing barriers to decent work in Indonesia
A research study on businesses and working conditions of older women entrepreneurs in Central Java, Indonesia.
Ensuring the full participation of older women in the global gender movement
HelpAge International and its network members have submitted a statement to the 68th Session of the United Nations Commissions on the Status of Women (CSW 68) that will take place in March 2024.