Best Practices for Emergency Response for Older People in Emergencies
The stated aim of most humanitarian organisations is to provide emergency relief to whole communities in a crisis, if possible, is targeting the most vulnerable. Research carried out by HelpAge International shows clearly that older people tend not to be considered among the most vulnerable.
However, as an international community committed to humanitarian advancement we need to adopt attitudes, policies and programmes that protect and support older people's rights and contributions at all times. Reducing the vulnerability of older people is not primarily about creating special services for them.
It is about ensuring that they have equal access to vital services. Read the full report on Older People in Emergency Situations by clicking here
