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ELDERLY WOMEN - SOCIAL SECURITY -
PENSIONS, DIGNITY, RIGHTS, SUPPORT
Link to Full UN News Centre Article:
UN
OFFICIALS CALL FOR GREATER
GOVERNMENT SUPPORT
FOR THE ELDERLY
An elderly woman from
1 October 2009 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today led a
call for governments to build inclusive societies that emphasize participation,
self-fulfilment, independence, care and dignity for people of all ages,
especially the elderly.
“We have campaigned for policies that will enable older
persons to live in an environment that enhances their capabilities, fosters
their independence, and provides them with adequate support and care as they
age,” said Mr. Ban......
“We must put an end to age discrimination, abuse, neglect and violence against older persons,” said Mr. Ban. “I urge states to put the necessary legal protections in place, and I urge all partners to help countries develop the capacity and institutions to achieve this objective.”......
United Nations Independent Expert on human rights and extreme poverty, Magdalena Sepúlveda, underscored the importance of Government-run social pension schemes and protection systems, in her message for the Day.
“It is high time to kill the myth of pensions being unaffordable for poor countries,” said Ms. Sepúlveda, noting that non-contributory pensions are the simplest way to keep older persons out of poverty.......
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Direct Link to 28-Page 2009 Report:
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