...people face in the developing world. We showed them a photo exhibition featuring stories from older people in Uganda, Bangladesh and Peru. We also asked people to sign a petition to EU policy makers, which over 100...

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...people face in the developing world. We showed them a photo exhibition featuring stories from older people in Uganda, Bangladesh and Peru. We also asked people to sign a petition to EU policy makers, which over 100...

Showing solidarity for older people’s rights in the Czech Republic

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A three day event called "Seniors' Day" was held in Prague from 8-10 September. The events were in one of Prague's main exhibition halls. The event gathered together people working for NGOs and other professionals working on ageing issues....

Older people in Thailand voice their needs to the government

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Hello, my name is Sawang Kaewkantha, Executive Director of the Foundation for Older Persons' Development (FOPDEV). Like in previous years, the reason that I am involved in Age Demands Action is because the voice of the poorest of the...

Mzee Clement Kwezi: a leading figure on ageing issues in Tanzania

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He is vibrant, energetic and exudes a warmth that affects all around him. His demeanor belies his age. Seated among younger journalists attending a media training workshop organised by HelpAge International's Tanzania office this month, the 79-year-old

Non-communicable diseases: UN meeting failed to set targets

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Around 75% of the 35 million people who die from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) worldwide are people aged 60 and over, the majority of whom live in low- and middle-income countries. The rapid increase predicted in the number of older...