GAROP statement at the first session of the UN convention drafting process
This week saw a historic moment – the official start of the process of drafting the new UN convention on the rights of older persons in Geneva. The Organisational Meeting of the new Intergovernmental Working Group to elaborate a new legally binding instrument on the human rights of older persons took place from 18-20th February. […]
Digital Literacy for the Older People
Digital Literacy for the Older People In today’s digital world, technology connects people, services, and opportunities — yet many elderly persons in KARIKA remain left behind. Most lack basic computer and Smartphone skills, leaving them isolated and unable to access essential services such as healthcare information, digital banking, and government support programs. The Digital Technology […]
HRC58: Building support for a new UN convention on older persons’ rights
The 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council is now underway in Geneva (24 Feb – 4 Apr 2025), where the Council will be discussing what steps are needed to ensure older people are fully protected under international law. We will be attending and closely engaging in the negotiations of a crucial procedural resolution we hope will establish an intergovernmental working group to […]
Thank you for support in 2023
SHAPING A FUTURE WHERE AGING IN KENYA IS CHARACTERIZED BY EQUITY.
As we celebrate our 20th anniversary and being cognizant of the prevailing status of vulnerable older persons in the country, we wish to appreciate the improved status of older persons in Kenya through the efforts of stakeholders including families, the government of Kenya, civil society organizations both local and international, religious institutions, the private sector, […]
