The world is ageing as people live longer than ever before. Despite this, healthcare systems are not meeting the basic needs of older people. Age International's new report makes the case for healthcare which is genuinely inclusive of older people, reaching them in their community.
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Across the world, older people continually demonstrate they are resilient and have much to offer. Yet they experience daily violations of their rights, are too often denied access to work and healthcare, and are prevented from participating fully in society.
Ahead of the UK's forthcoming General Election, Age International presents five calls to action the next UK Government can take to create a fairer world for all older people. Learn more in our latest interactive feature.
As they age, older people find themselves forgotten, ignored and invisible - by governments and organisations alike. It is time for change. It is time to take all ages into account. Read what experts in the field of ageing and international development have to say and what we are doing to influence decision makers
Globally, older women are contributing unrecognised yet critical support to their families, communities and economies through their paid and unpaid work. Our report, Older women: the hidden workforce gives voice to older women’s experience of work and sets out recommendations for how to address this inequality.
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For our report, Older women: the hidden workforce we’ve listened to the voices of older women across the globe, including Ethiopia and Malawi, who work tirelessly for their communities and families.
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