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Older people have a voice and must be heard. Read about how we put older people first in our work across the globe to fight ageism and gender equality, protect income and healthcare access and provide humanitarian response in times of crises.

International Day of Older Persons

Despite people everywhere now living longer, too many older people are not able to access or afford health and care that meets even their basic needs, often due to age discrimination.

Learn more about the invaluable contributions older people make to their communities, and how their rights could be better protected.

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Universal Health Coverage For All Ages

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 report makes the case for healthcare which is genuinely inclusive of older people, reaching them in their community.

Find out more in this interactive feature.

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Expert voices

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

5 things you need to know about older women’s work

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. 

This is what they need you to know

DEC Middle East Humanitarian Appeal

Millions of people have been affected by growing conflict in the Middle East. People across Gaza, Lebanon and the wider region are in urgent need of support.

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