SECRETARY-GENERAL URGES PROTECTION OF OLDER PERSONS FROM PHYSICAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL ABUSE

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SECRETARY-GENERAL URGES PROTECTION OF OLDER PERSONS FROM PHYSICAL,
PSYCHOLOGICAL ABUSE
New York, Jun 15 2013 8:00AM
Governments, civil society and communities must re-examine their
attitudes towards ageing and ensure older persons are protected from
all forms of abuse, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon stressed today,
urging for measures to prevent this behaviour.

"Around the world, older persons are tragically subject to
psychological, financial or physical abuse," Mr. Ban said in his
message marking World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

"Unfortunately, too many older persons can be at risk," he said.
"Prejudicial attitudes contribute to the problem.

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that between four and
six per cent of older persons worldwide have suffered from some form
of elder abuse. Research also suggests that abuse, neglect and
violence against older persons, both at home and in institutions, are
much more prevalent than currently acknowledged.

"Today, let us re-examine our attitudes towards ageing and the status
and role of older persons," the UN chief said, urging Governments,
civil society, and communities to raise awareness about the challenge.

Mr. Ban emphasized that governments in particular, can help by
enacting legislation to protect the abused and prosecute the abuser.

"We owe it to older persons and societies at large to fight ageism in
all its forms and enhance the dignity and human rights of older
persons everywhere," he added.
Jun 15 2013 8:00AM
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