Read the UN expert’s press release
The UN Independent Expert has also recently released two reports on ageism and older women:
- The report on ageism examines and raises awareness of the prevalence of ageism and age discrimination; analyses their possible causes and manifestations; reviews how existing international, regional and national legal frameworks are used to protect against ageism and age-discrimination; and provides recommendations.
- The report on Human rights of older women looks at the intersection between ageing and gender with a focus on the key human rights challenges and concerns of older women.
In March and April 2021, we submitted our contribution to inform the drafting of those reports. Read our positions on:
For more information, you may contact Nena Georgantzi, nena.georgantzi@age-platform.eu