World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Coverage of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day in the Nexus archive.
- Vellore GH observes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Vellore Government Hospital observed World Elder Abuse Awareness Day by having participants display placards with messages on the rights of senior citizens. The event aimed to raise awareness about elder abuse and the rights of older adults.
- Of 15 June: When our proverbs respect age but our actions fall short, By Margaret Uddin Ojeahere
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is observed annually on 15 June as the only United Nations Day addressing the abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older people, a hidden crisis affecting millions globally. The article highlights the disparity between cultural respect for age and real-world actions that often fall short.
- Africa: The Hidden Crisis of Violence Against Older Women - and What Can Be Done to Prevent It
The article highlights the growing demographic of older women globally, projected to outnumber youth by 2050, and addresses the overlooked issue of violence against them. It references World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June and emphasizes that elder abuse is not gender-neutral, calling for targeted prevention strategies.
- Senior citizens group calls for action against rising elder abuse cases
A senior citizens group has called for action against rising elder abuse cases. Awareness programs will be held on June 15 in NTR and Krishna districts to address issues related to the mistreatment of senior citizens.
- FBI Recognizes World Elder Abuse Day and Reminds Americans of Elder Fraud
The FBI is recognizing World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15 by alerting elderly Americans and their families about the dangers of elder fraud. The awareness campaign aims to educate seniors about common fraud schemes targeting their demographic.
- World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2021
People over 60 lost nearly $1 billion to online frauds and scams in the previous year, highlighting a significant problem for seniors. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2021 draws attention to common fraud schemes targeting older people and provides practical protection strategies for individuals and their families.