Economic and Social Council

Prioritizing the rights of older persons for decent…

Prioritizing the rights of older persons for decent work, productive employment, and full participation in society (CSocD61 Side Event)

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Meetings & Events / Economic and Social Council / Subsidiary Bodies / Functional Commissions / Commission for Social Development (CSocD) / 2023: 61st Session
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Video Length
01:24:54
Asset Language
English
Broadcasting UN Entity
DEPARTMENT OF GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS - DGC
Summary
The side event calls for strengthening the protection of the rights of older persons, including to specifically prohibit or seek to eliminate ageism in work, which is required to meet the objectives of The Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing (MIPAA) and the SDGs.
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Older persons continue to face barriers in participating in labour markets, accessing social protection, and thus face economic security.

This side event at the 61st session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD61) aims to highlight the specific barriers faced by older persons in accessing full and productive employment and in enjoying equality of opportunity and treatment with other workers.

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