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National Multi-Stakeholder Forum on Advancing Age Equality and Human Rights of Older Persons
Ageing Concern Foundation (ACF), in partnership with HelpAge International, convened a national multi-stakeholder forum at Amnesty International Kenya Offices on 12th November 2025, aimed at strengthening Kenya’s engagement in the drafting of a UN Convention on the Rights of Older Persons. The forum brought together government representatives, national human rights institutions, parliamentarians, civil society organizations,…
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The Second World Summit for Social Development
We joined other Social Development actors in the Second World Summit for Social Development, held in Doha, Qatar, from 4-6 November at the Qatar National Convention Centre, aimed to reaffirm global solidarity and accelerate action on social development by assessing progress, addressing gaps, and strengthening implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable…
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Monthly Discussion Forum on Ageing (MDFA)- 3RD EDITION
The July 2025 MDFA offered an invaluable opportunity to sensitize stakeholders on the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) focused on the needs of older persons. During this forum, we discussed opportunities presented by the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), shared challenges that require CSOs’ support, and explored continuous improvement initiatives to complement the Ministry of…
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Community Training on Human Rights and Legal Empowerment of Older Persons.
In June 2025, we conducted the first cohort of Nairobi Community Training on the human rights and legal empowerment of older people, targeting a diverse group of participants, including older people, community gatekeepers, civil society organizations, and youth. The training began at the AIC Nairobi Training Centre in Kibera Sub-County. The positive feedback and engagement…
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2025.
As part of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2025, we partnered with the Beyond Zero Campaign in Siaya County to organize a free medical camp, conduct health education, and facilitate enrollment in the Social Health Authority for the willing older people.
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2025.
We participated in the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2025 National Symposium, which took place on June 16th and 17th at the Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE) in Nairobi. The event was organized by the Directorate of Social Development, under the State Department for Social Protection and Senior Citizen Affairs, Ministry of Labour…
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Monthly Discussion Forum on Ageing (MDFA)-1ST EDITION
on the 14th May, We marked an important step towards the journey to collaborate for stronger advocacy on access to social protection. In collaboration with Suqoon organization and the Directorate for Social Assistance, we held the inaugural national monthly discussion forum on Ageing, bringing together stakeholders advocating for the rights of older people in Kenya.The…
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Advancing equality and legal empowerment for older people in Kenya (Phase 3)
Project Name: Advancing equality and legal empowerment for older people in Kenya (Phase 3)- April 2025 to December 2025. Project Location: National Project Objectives: Empowering, accompanying and building capacity of older people to use the law to claim and advocate for their rights on national, regional and international levels. Accompanying and building additional capacity of…
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Ageing Concern Foundation in collaboration with HelpAge International (Kenya Country Office) and the University of Nairobi – Population Studies and Research Institute (PSRI) conducted a qualitative study aimed at exploring the barriers and facilitators to accessing social protection among older individuals in Kilifi, Embu, Siaya, and Kisii Counties of Kenya. We engaged members of the…
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Human Rights and Legal Empowerment of Older Persons Training
We are excited to announce our participation in the recent Training of Trainers (ToTs) workshop on the human rights and legal empowerment of older persons, facilitated by HelpAge International. This invaluable experience has equipped us with the knowledge and tools necessary to advocate for the rights of older people. We look forward to sharing what…
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