
CELEBRATING THE ELDERLY ON THE 1ST OF OCTOBER
The 1st of October every year marks The International Day of Older Persons. This day dates back to 1990 and has its origins in the United Nations General Assembly resolution that was adopted in that year. Subsequently, it was first observed in the year 1991, with the aim of raising an awareness of the challenges and issues that are faced by older persons all across the world. The United Nations has declared the present decade from 2021-2030 ad the Decade of Healthy Ageing. The promotion and protection of the rights of older individuals coupled with mobilizing advocates to champion their cause and their rights is a prime focus of this platform. With elder abuse on the rise, living with dignity








