We are Age International - a charity helping older people live better lives. Proud to be part of @age_uk and @helpage families. @DECappeal member.

London
Joined January 2013
Older people remain overlooked in humanitarian responses and development spending. The UK Government must continue its commitment to “Leave No-One Behind” to achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals - that means older people too. Learn more: bit.ly/4gKu8ey #LNOB
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Older people living with disabilities face exclusion due to inaccessible environments, inadequate health and care services and a lack of assistive technologies like walking sticks. Protecting their rights means protecting our future: bit.ly/3B5V7kK #OurRightsOurFuture
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Older people around the world are denied access to work, healthcare, and education. We work with our partners to campaign for more age-inclusive policies. In 2023-2024, we influenced legislation that improved the lives of 5.2 million older people. bit.ly/3ZNXguK
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We've signed @HelpAge's open letter urging governments to invest in health systems. The world is ageing fast, yet health systems are unprepared. It's time for healthcare that promotes healthy ageing. 👉 Explore their infographic & join the call: bit.ly/4iGLc6b #UHCDay
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The facts are clear - diseases such as diabetes, cancer and hypertension are a growing challenge worldwide, including for those who can least afford it. The UK Government can change things. Learn more in our policy briefing: bit.ly/3Z2zBGt #ActOnNCDs #UHCDay
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All women and men should have their rights protected as they grow older, on an equal basis with others. Yet older people are often overlooked in human rights discussions. Read our feature for #HumanRightsDay: bit.ly/3Zs7rUv #OurRightsOurFuture #StandUp4HumanRights
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The climate crisis is increasing the risk of food insecurity. Droughts are reducing soil quality and damaging land used for crops and grazing. This can be devastating for older people who rely on agriculture for their livelihoods bit.ly/3Zgm7XI
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We’re supporting older people affected by conflict in Gaza and Lebanon with tailored support. This includes mental health support, to help older women and men cope with the psychological effects of the conflict. Donate now: bit.ly/4hdjWuW #16DaysOfActivism
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Women in later life face double discrimination – excluded and discriminated against because of both their age and their gender. Learn more about older people's rights in our new feature, ahead of #HumanRightsDay: bit.ly/3B5V7kK #GenderEquality #OurRightsOurFuture
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Older women face barriers to economic independence, access to healthcare & protection from abuse. The UK Government must ensure that older women’s rights are integrated into its international programmes, policy & diplomacy. Read more: bit.ly/4gKu8ey
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