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HelpAge is a global network of organisations working for the rights of older people to support a dignified and healthy life in older age. #OlderNotOver

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“I lost everything. I have two children, but they’re struggling with their own lives.” - Said Daw Kyi, 90, Nay Pyi Taw AGE Myanmar calls for immediate, inclusive aid that prioritises older people. Donate to DEC Age International #MyanmarEarthquake Appeal: bit.ly/4jgNWqi

“I lost everything. I have two children, but they’re struggling with their own lives.” - Said Daw Kyi, 90, Nay Pyi Taw

AGE Myanmar calls for immediate, inclusive aid that prioritises older people.

Donate to <a href="/decappeal/">DEC</a> <a href="/Age_Int/">Age International</a> #MyanmarEarthquake Appeal: bit.ly/4jgNWqi
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When we talk about #GenderEquality, older women are missing from the conversation. By 2050, over a third of the world’s women will be over 50 - yet only 0.1% of gender-focused aid mentions them. We cannot achieve gender equality without them. tinyurl.com/55h7uw2j #Beijing30

When we talk about #GenderEquality, older women are missing from the conversation.

By 2050, over a third of the world’s women will be over 50 - yet only 0.1% of gender-focused aid mentions them.

We cannot achieve gender equality without them.
tinyurl.com/55h7uw2j #Beijing30
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We’re looking for a consultant to support the development of a strategic framework to guide our work. We're taking decisive steps to turn strategy into measurable impact. 🔗 Learn more and apply: ow.ly/sjgX50VJMq5

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“All I want is a home” - Daw Kyi Kyi Win, 80, lost her house in the recent #MyanmarEarthquake. Like many older people, she now faces the challenge of rebuilding her life with little support. 🔗 Read her story and learn why inclusive recovery matters: ow.ly/j0k050VLhLM

“All I want is a home” - Daw Kyi Kyi Win, 80, lost her house in the recent #MyanmarEarthquake. Like many older people, she now faces the challenge of rebuilding her life with little support.

🔗 Read her story and learn why inclusive recovery matters: ow.ly/j0k050VLhLM
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Two months. That’s how long Palestinians in #Gaza have been trapped under a total blockade. No food. No water. No fuel. No medicine.

Two months. That’s how long Palestinians in #Gaza have been trapped under a total blockade. No food. No water. No fuel. No medicine.
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One year into their journey as an independent national organisation, HelpAge Tanzania shows the power of locally led change grounded in communities. 🔗Read about their first year of impact, and how older people have stepped into advocacy roles: ow.ly/lnMr50VLcjk helpage tanzania

One year into their journey as an independent national organisation, HelpAge Tanzania shows the power of locally led change grounded in communities.

🔗Read about their first year of impact, and how older people have stepped into advocacy roles:
ow.ly/lnMr50VLcjk
<a href="/HelpAgeTz/">helpage tanzania</a>
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In #Kyrgyzstan, older people are learning to use smartphones to stay connected and access services — but some worry about losing real conversation & storytelling. Chris McIvor, HelpAge International’s Regional Rep for Eurasia & Middle East, shares their reflections: ow.ly/ekmN50VLlEZ

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In 1995, the Beijing Conference set a global agenda for women’s rights. Today, the women who stood at the forefront of history continue to demand action on #GenderEquality. Discover their stories: ow.ly/7ALQ50VaaN6 #Beijing30

In 1995, the Beijing Conference set a global agenda for women’s rights.

Today, the women who stood at the forefront of history continue to demand action on #GenderEquality.

Discover their stories: ow.ly/7ALQ50VaaN6
#Beijing30
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In #Ethiopia, older people are leading the way in #ClimateAction. Through beekeeping and aloe vera farming, they're restoring ecosystems and rebuilding livelihoods with support from HelpAge International and partners. Read more: ow.ly/tvTW50VOokx

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Margaret Owen O.B.E. is a human rights lawyer specialising in women’s rights, particularly widows’ rights in conflict & post-conflict settings. She reflects on the progress made 30 years after attending the landmark Beijing Conference. ow.ly/h4Io50VOoQp #Beijing30

Margaret Owen O.B.E. is a human rights lawyer specialising in women’s rights, particularly widows’ rights in conflict &amp; post-conflict settings.

She reflects on the progress made 30 years after attending the landmark Beijing Conference. ow.ly/h4Io50VOoQp

 #Beijing30
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“It’s not safe for someone my age” When the #MyanmarEarthquake struck, Daw San Lwin, 70, slept out on the street as it was not safe inside. Her story is a powerful reminder of why inclusive humanitarian action matters. 🔗 Read her story: helpage.org/story/i-prayed…

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After the #MyanmarEarthquake, many older people still struggle to access basic services & urgently need to be included in the aid response. We're listening to older people & working with partners to change this. Read how we’re working to fill the gaps: ow.ly/3hSg50VR3RE

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Fatemah Khafagy has spent a lifetime championing gender equality — from leading UNICEF #Egypt’s gender programme to establishing the first #GenderEquality Ombuds Office. She reflects on the progress 30 years after the Beijing Conference. #Beijing30 ow.ly/7ALQ50VaaN6

Fatemah Khafagy has spent a lifetime championing gender equality — from leading <a href="/UNICEF/">UNICEF</a> #Egypt’s gender programme to establishing the first #GenderEquality Ombuds Office.

She reflects on the progress 30 years after the Beijing Conference. #Beijing30

ow.ly/7ALQ50VaaN6
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In communities across Asia and Africa, Older People’s Associations (OPAs) are making a real difference — improving wellbeing, boosting income, and strengthening local support networks. 🔗 Read how OPAs are transforming communities: ow.ly/5b7G50VSbFj

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After the devastating #MyanmarEarthquake, older people like Daw Pyone (62) are living in fear, facing unsafe housing, health issues & being overlooked in the aid response. Her story is a powerful reminder of why inclusive recovery efforts matter. 🔗 ow.ly/Qx8450VSb4r

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Older women in Malawi and Tanzania are demanding fair treatment in social protection. We are backing them with evidence, action, and advocacy. Universal pensions, digital inclusion, & gender-sensitive policies are key. This is about rights, not charity ow.ly/X95h50VT30K

Older women in Malawi and Tanzania are demanding fair treatment in social protection.
We are backing them with evidence, action, and advocacy.
Universal pensions, digital inclusion, &amp; gender-sensitive policies are key.
This is about rights, not charity
ow.ly/X95h50VT30K
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How can humanitarian response better meet the needs of older people? Join us on 3 June to explore how Age Inclusion Specialists are driving change. Experts from Ethiopia & Ukraine will share new insights on how to make aid more inclusive & accountable. ow.ly/j70r50VTKIl

How can humanitarian response better meet the needs of older people?
Join us on 3 June to explore how Age Inclusion Specialists are driving change.
Experts from Ethiopia &amp; Ukraine will share new insights on how to make aid more inclusive &amp; accountable.
ow.ly/j70r50VTKIl
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At #WHA78, we're urging governments to take urgent action on NCDs & healthy ageing. Older people must be included in health systems, data, and funding. We must end age limits, fill gaps in care, support carers, and make health systems work for all ages - ow.ly/NmzN50VULaM

At #WHA78, we're urging governments to take urgent action on NCDs &amp; healthy ageing.
Older people must be included in health systems, data, and funding.
We must end age limits, fill gaps in care, support carers, and make health systems work for all ages - ow.ly/NmzN50VULaM
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Empowering #OlderPeople is key to effective #nutrition interventions during crises. Our latest report offers steps at the national and international levels to ensure their inclusion in #nutrition responses. Read it here: ow.ly/uAyp50VSbnS

Empowering #OlderPeople is key to effective #nutrition interventions during crises.

Our latest report offers steps at the national and international levels to ensure their inclusion in #nutrition responses.

Read it here: ow.ly/uAyp50VSbnS
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Strong local organisations drive lasting change. That’s why we’re committed to #ShiftThePower to local partners—ensuring they have the resources, skills & leadership to respond to crises & advocate for #OlderPeople’s rights. Learn more: ow.ly/T2sI50Vsfvc #LocalLeadership