Rights of Older People
Millions of older people suffer human rights violations every year, ranging from discrimination and social and political exclusion, to abuses in nursing facilities, neglect in humanitarian settings, and denial and rationing of health care. Most of these abuses go undocumented and the perpetrators unpunished. Never before in history have so many older people been living, and life expectancy in every region is increasing. The rights of older people cannot be ignored. Human Rights Watch is setting out to make an impact for change for older people today and in the future.
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AustraliaThis submission by Human Rights Watch to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety (the “Royal Commission”) focuses on the impact of Covid-19 on people living with dementia in aged care facilities in Australia. Of particular concern is the practice of “voluntary lockdowns” by some aged care providers, which banned visitors outright in March, April, and May 2020.Submission to the Australian Royal Commission
August 5, 2020
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Ukraine: Covid-19 Rules Blocked Access to Pensions
Restrictions That Pushed People into Poverty Lifted, But More Reform Needed
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Ukraine: People with Limited Mobility Can’t Access Pensions
Pensioners Unable to Travel from Separatist-held Areas Need Reforms
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South Sudan: Government Forces Abusing Civilians
Rein in Troops, Ensure Justice for Abuse by All Sides
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Covid-19’s Devastating Impact on Older People in Australia
Failing Aged Care Facilities Risk Lives of Residents and Staff
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Submission to the Australian Royal Commission
Inquiry into Aged Care Quality and Safety on the Impact of the Coronavirus (Covid-19) on the Aged Care Sector
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Ukraine: Covid-19 Rules Blocked Access to Pensions
Restrictions That Pushed People into Poverty Lifted, But More Reform Needed
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Protecting Human Rights in the Covid-19 Pandemic
Response to the Joint Questionnaire on Covid-19 and Human Rights by UN Special Procedure Mandate Holders
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US Nursing Home Residents Should Know Their Rights
New Easy-to-Read Guide for Residents and Families
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US: Ensure Oversight, Not Immunity, for Nursing Homes
New York, 18 Other States Limiting Access to Justice Amid Covid-19
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Russia: Publish Data About Covid-19 in Institutional Care
Lack of Information Could Exacerbate Spread of Infection, Deaths
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People in Institutions in Brazil at Risk from Covid-19
New Regulation Important Step Towards Better Rights Protection
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Rights Risks to Older People in COVID-19 Response
Combat Ageism; Ensure Access to Health Care, Services
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