Older people’s stories

Older people like 70-year-old Daw San Lwin are often unseen in humanitarian responses, yet bear the brunt of crises with limited support and declining health.

For older people like 62-year-old Daw Pyone, the earthquake was a brutal blow to an already fragile existence, exposing the deep vulnerabilities that come with age, ill health, and poverty.

After surviving the March 2025 earthquake, 86-year-old Daw Kyi Kyi Win now faces a different kind of struggle - reclaiming her dignity, health and a safe place to call home.

87-year-old Daw Khin Myaing’s story of survival and strength after the Myanmar earthquake

For older people like U Tin Win, the earthquake didn’t just destroy property - it unravelled the fragile threads of dignity, stability, and family unity.

61-year-old U San Win’s harrowing experience captures the heartbreak and resilience of those living through the Myanmar earthquake disaster.

Older people in Myanmar share their experiences after the earthquake - stories of loss, resilience and urgent need for shelter, food and support.

Three years into the full-scale war, discover the stories of older Ukrainians who are not just surviving but adapting and thriving in the face of crisis.

At 72, Mohammad chose to stay in his home during the war in Lebanon, facing rockets and isolation. His story highlights the challenges older people face in crises.

Haniya, 84, recalls the day war shattered her life. Injured family members, displacement to a shelter, and separation from loved ones left her longing for her village.

Abu Mohammed and his family fled their home in Gaza, only to lose everything in a strike on their temporary shelter. Abu Mohammed remains focused on his family’s survival.

Sabah, 57, recounts fleeing airstrikes in South Lebanon and facing hardship in Beirut. Her story highlights the urgent need for aid for displaced older people.