The UN-backed Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) has issued its gravest warning yet: a worst-case famine scenario is unfolding across the Gaza Strip. This crisis is not ...

For the 2nd World Summit for Social Development, our message is that people of all ages must be seen, respected, protected, ...

As the world gets ready for the Second World Summit for Social Development (WSSD2) in November 2025, HelpAge International and 57 other organisations are coming together with one strong message: ...

Como les he informado previamente, este 31 de julio concluye mi ciclo como Representante Regional. A partir de agosto, iniciaré una nueva etapa profesional en otra organización internacional, con una ...

Older people cannot easily flee, queue for hours, or navigate digital systems to access help. Over a quarter live with disabilities that make even basic survival tasks harder — many go without ...

The HelpAge global network responds to the zero draft political declaration for the 2025 UN high-level meeting on NCDs and mental health.

When a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar in March 2025, thousands of people were affected. But for many older people, the disaster has only deepened long-standing exclusion and hardship.

Older people and persons with disabilities led a community-driven effort to rebuild lives and promote inclusion in Pakistan’s conflict-affected Khyber District.

Response on the call issued by the Independent Expert (on the enjoyment of all human rights by older persons) on older people in conflict situations ...

The UN has taken a historic step toward a global convention to protect the rights of older people - a major win after years of advocacy by older people and HelpAge network members worldwide.

A practical guide to developing and using country profiles on the rights and wellbeing of older persons in the Arab region, based on HelpAge and UNFPA’s experience across 18 countries.