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On World Humanitarian Day, we draw attention to the difficult but extremely important work that HelpAge social workers carry out in Ukraine every day.

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. 

The Food Security Phase Classification has issued its gravest warning yet: a worst-case famine scenario is unfolding across the Gaza Strip. 

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.

A visit to Meshmesh in Lebanon highlights the power of local care that uplifts, connects, and respects older people.

New assessment reveals widespread exclusion of older people from humanitarian aid, healthcare and decision-making following 2024 cross-border escalation.

Age Inclusion Specialists are driving critical change in humanitarian responses by ensuring older people are no longer overlooked.

As family support changes in Nepal, a new self-care programme is giving older people the tools to stay healthy and independent.

Amel and HelpAge have launched an Ageing Unit in Lebanon to promote the rights and wellbeing of older people through advocacy, training, and community engagement.

HelpAge network members are making sure older women are not left behind.

A new assessment reveals that older people are struggling to access basic services and urgently need to be included in the humanitarian response.