Summary

In the present report, the Independent Expert on the enjoyment of all human rights by older persons reports on her activities, in particular on the third International Conference on the Human Rights of Older Persons, convened in Vienna on 12 and 13 November 2018. The declaration adopted at the end of the conference is annexed to this present report.

The Independent Expert also examines the human rights protection of older persons in emergency situations, an issue that she considers of key importance when addressing existing protection gaps. She provides a synopsis of the challenges that older persons face in the enjoyment of their human rights in emergency settings, and analyses the requirements for inclusive assistance and relief action to respond to the specific needs and vulnerabilities of older persons, while building on their roles and capacities. The Independent Expert concludes the report with her recommendations on how to facilitate the design and implementation of appropriate and effective frameworks to ensure the promotion and protection of the rights of older persons.

Related events

The 1st Global Refugee Forum (GRF): a unique opportunity to make concrete pledges for older refugees, 17-18 December 2019, Geneva

Context Gaps beyond humanitarian emergencies, 13 September 2019, Geneva

Global Inter-Agency & Stakeholder meeting on older persons in humanitarian emergencies, 28 February 2019, Geneva

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