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Global Ageing Network presents at the 11th session of the UN Open Ended Working Group on Ageing
The 11th session of the United Nations Open Ended Working Group on Ageing was held from 29 March to 1 April 2021. The working group aims to secure a Convention for the Rights of Older People. There has never been a more urgent time to commit to a Convention to protect the Human Rights of […]
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UN Secretary General Statement
The COVID-19 pandemic is causing untold fear and suffering for older people across the world. The fatality rate for older people is higher overall, and for those over 80, it is five times the global average. Beyond its immediate health impact, the pandemic is putting older people at greater risk of poverty, discrimination and isolation. It is […]
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Sustainable Development Goals and Aging
The Stakeholder Group on Ageing (SGA) represents the voice of older persons in the United Nations Agenda for Sustainable Development. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) include no poverty and zero hunger. SGA brings together global networks to discuss the issue of aging and the needs of older persons around the world. Read more.
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Global Ageing Network Presents at the United Nations
Global Ageing Network played a prominent role in the meetings of the Open Ended Working Group on Ageing (OEWG) at the United Nations in late July. In a statement to the member states, board member Marcus Riley said, “It is our responsibility as a global society to be more aware of the risks and challenges […]
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Global Ageing Network Issues Statement on LTC & Palliative Care to United Nations’ OEWGA
The Global Ageing Network recently released a statement providing input on the focus area of long term care and palliative care to the United Nations in preparation for the ninth session of the Open-Ended Working Group on Ageing which is scheduled to take place in July of 2018. The statement reflects the need for a […]
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The 11th Annual Briefing AARP-UN Series: “Taking a Different Course for a World Free Of Poverty”
By Shannon Davis AARP International hosted the 11th Annual Briefing Series at the United Nations on Jan. 30, 2018. The series entitled, “Taking a Different Course for a World Free of Poverty,” was held during the 56th session of the UN Commission for Social Development (CSocD56). The briefing focused on poverty eradication among a diverse […]
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Interview with Marcus Riley, Former Global Ageing Network Board Chair
Marcus, you served as the chair of the Global Ageing Network for two years. Can you tell us something about your motivation to be part of the board and your aims when you began your turn? I have long held the passion and belief of value and need for international collaboration on ageing. I see […]
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SGA Appoints the Global Ageing Network as Regional Focal Point
The Global Ageing Network is proud to announce that Marcus Riley, the Global Ageing Network Board Chair, has been elected to serve as the Asia and the Pacific Region Focal Point on the Stakeholder Group on Ageing (SGA) Steering Committee. SGA, as part of the United Nations system, brings together global and national networks of […]
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Celebrating the Talents & Contributions of Older Adults in Our Communities #UNIDOP
By Katie Smith Sloan October 1st marks the 27th anniversary celebration of International Day of Older Persons. International Day of Older Persons (IDOP) is an opportunity each year to celebrate the experience, wisdom and contributions of older adults around the world. “Old Age” is a life lived… a stage of life and a journey over […]
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Celebrate International Day of Older Persons on October 1st! #UNIDOP
October 1 is International Day of Older Persons (#UNIDOP). This year’s theme is: “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.” The theme is about enabling and expanding the contributions of older people in their families, communities and societies at large. It focuses on the pathways that support […]
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