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Day 2 in Hangzhou focused on practical responses to population ageing, from income security and AI to long-term care and age-friendly communities. The key takeaway? Progress depends on collaboration across sectors, with older people at the centre. On to Day 3!

HelpAge’s delegation is in Geneva for the UN Working Group’s second session on older people’s rights. Alongside GAROP, we joined civil society meetings, a dialogue with UN representatives and campaigners, and called for older people to help shape a future convention.

The UN Working Group on the human rights of older persons is meeting this week in Geneva to advance discussions on a legally binding convention. HelpAge and five campaigners from our global network are calling for older people’s voices to be heard. Meet our campaigners:

What a first day in Hangzhou! The Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Population Ageing opened with discussions on age-inclusive economies, digital inclusion, age-friendly communities, long-term care and healthy ageing. Day 1 done. Bring on Day 2!

71 people from across the HelpAge global network gathered in Hangzhou, China, for Global Network Day, sharing ideas and strengthening collaboration ahead of tomorrow’s Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Population Ageing.

This week’s #MemberSpotlight highlights Juzoor for Health and Social Development in Gaza. In partnership with HelpAge International, Juzoor marked IDOP with a recreational event bringing older people together through music, games and shared moments of joy.

Hanan Ridhi Abdullrahim’s rule for a fairer world: “Dedicate a salary for old people.” Her message highlights why income security is essential to dignity and independence in old age. Read her story and share your rule: ow.ly/U5nW50ZZbo8

Join us for a webinar on the Humanitarian Inclusion Standards (HIS). Hear what seven years of evidence tell us about their impact and what comes next for inclusive humanitarian action. 📅 4 November 2026 🕘 9:00–11:00 UTC/GMT Register: ow.ly/JFht50ZUAMi

Ahead of the 2026 Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Population Ageing, HelpAge Tanzania highlights the importance of recognising older people as active contributors and investing in their rights, wellbeing and participation.

The Asia-Pacific Conference on Population Ageing begins in 10 days! HelpAge Board member Martine Najem, Instructor of Public Health Practice at the American University of Beirut, shares her vision for older people to live with dignity, security and opportunity.

How much do you know about the UN Convention on the Rights of Older People? Take our five-minute quiz to test your knowledge, challenge common myths and learn why the Convention matters. Take the quiz: ow.ly/QCWb50ZWGW9

Ahead of the Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Population Ageing, Professor Sri Moertiningsih Adioetomo from Indonesia highlights why strong long-term care systems are essential to ensuring older people can live with dignity and independence. Read more: ow.ly/ZbYT50ZWGTz

What change could most improve the lives of older people in your country? Ahead of the Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Population Ageing, NEPAN (Nepal Participatory Action Network) shares its perspective.

Ahead of the Asia-Pacific Conference on Population Ageing, HelpAge Board member Peter Kaldes shares the change he believes could make the biggest difference for older people across the region over the next decade.

At 72, Gul Abbas Satti continues to help his community, showing how older people contribute and lead. His vision: a world where older people live with dignity, independence and financial security. Read his story: ow.ly/MN4w50ZWB9V

Ahead of the Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Population Ageing, we asked HelpAge network members: What change do you most want to see for older people in your country? Hear Titus Abworo, Executive Director of ACF Kenya, share his vision. Watch now!

One year on, the Gaza ceasefire exists in name only. We’re joining 100+ humanitarian, human rights and civil society organisations calling for an end to the killing and unrestricted humanitarian aid access. Read the joint statement: reliefweb.int/report/occupie…

At 80, Laurent Celestin Owona believes older people should continue to be seen, heard and respected, and have the opportunity to participate and contribute. Read Laurent’s story: helpage.org/story/i-still-ha…

Ahead of the Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Population Ageing, we asked: “When I think about ageing in my country, the change I most want to see is…” Here’s the perspective of an older person from Rwanda.

Ahead of the Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Population Ageing, HelpAge Board members are sharing their vision for a future where older people can thrive, contribute and live with dignity Hear from trustee Cecilia Mbaka, Chair of Kenya’s National Board for Social Protection.