The Platform
The Platform
9 August 2021
In the report to the 48th session of the Human Rights Council (A/HRC/48/53), the Independent Expert examines and raises awareness of the prevalence of ageism and age discrimination, analyses their possible causes and manifestations and reviews the way the existing legal and policy frameworks at the international and regional levels protect against ageism and age discrimination. The analysis is followed by the Independent Expert’s conclusions and recommendations, which are aimed at assisting States in designing and implementing frameworks to address and prevent ageism and age discrimination and to ensure the promotion and protection of the rights of older persons. The report also contains an overview of the activities of the Independent Expert during the reporting period.
Age-friendly Environments
Combatting Ageism
Integrated Care
Long-term Care
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights
Global
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ageism; age-discrimination; human rights; human rights law; health; long-term care; violence; abuse; employment; retirement; social exclusion; financial services; media; hate speech; emergency contexts
