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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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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News
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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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Ukraine: Dozens Stranded in a War Zone
Authorities Close Crossing Points in Eastern Ukraine Due to COVID-19
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US Nursing Home Visitor Ban Isolates Seniors
COVID-19 Response Should Protect, Not Cut Off, Older People
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US: COVID-19 Threatens People Behind Bars
Consider Supervised Release for Those at High Risk of Serious Effects
