...and men – are rarely considered by policymakers and politicians, particularly in developing countries. “It’s a common myth in the west that people in poorer countries can rely on savings,...

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...and men – are rarely considered by policymakers and politicians, particularly in developing countries. “It’s a common myth in the west that people in poorer countries can rely on savings,...

Putting age on the disability agenda

Last week I was delighted to represent HelpAge International at the International Disability and Development Consortium (IDDC) general assembly to discuss how people with disabilities may face additional discrimination on the basis of age and gender.
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Sri Lanka: discussing issues and changing attitudes

The most important thing when talking about the issues older people face, is of course older people themselves. The Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing (MIPAA) is a comprehensive action plan for governments, civil society and others for...

At the forefront of COVID-19 fight in India

India is experiencing a catastrophic surge of the COVID-19 pandemic and older people are at greatest risk. Here is what field staff at HelpAge India say about the challenges older people are currently experiencing in this pandemic and how they can be helped.