
Older People in Malawi Are ‘Worst Affected But Last to Be Helped’ Following Cyclone Freddy
Older people are most at risk in the aftermath of Tropical Cyclone Freddy, said Andrew Kavala, executive director of HelpAge’s partner in Malawi.
As part of the HelpAge Global Network, HelpAge USA advances the wellbeing and inclusion of older people around the world. We work with the news media to provide background, expert interviews, and other information and to ensure that the voices, stories, and contributions of older people are recognized and heard.
Older people are most at risk in the aftermath of Tropical Cyclone Freddy, said Andrew Kavala, executive director of HelpAge’s partner in Malawi.
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HelpAge is raising the voice of older women within the international movement for gender equality at the 67th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) in New York City.
HelpAge’s new research shows that older Ukrainians are unable to afford food, medicines, and other essential items.
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HelpAge USA has been awarded a grant from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) to advance human rights protection and the participation of older people in conflict and humanitarian crises.
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