To submit your WEAAD event to be included on this web page, please click here.
After the event, to share the outcome with INPEA, send a brief report and photos to with "report" in the subject line. These will be posted on the WEAAD 2011 Global Reports page. Thank you.
Would you like to participate in INPEA's WEAAD Follow-Up Survey? If so, download the survey form (.doc 56kb), fill in and e-mail to with "survey" in the subject line. Thank you for your input.
INTERNATIONAL & INTERNET
6th Annual International Commemoration of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Organized by: INPEA and Action on Elder Abuse In Collaboration with: Age UK Brunel Institute for Ageing Studies British Society of Gerontology International Longevity Centre, UK King's College London Institute of Gerontology Centre for Innovative Ageing, Swansea University
Venue: Herbert Smith LLP Exchange House Primrose Street London, United Kingdom EC2A 2HS
Understanding the dynamics of abuse in later life in the LGBT and Latino Communities
Sponsored by: National Resource Center on Domseitc Violence (NRCDV)
Venue: Webinar
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Beginning at 3pm (eastern)
This 90 minutes webinar will provide an overview of abuse in later life and the impact of ageism on the delivery of services to elder abuse victims/survivors. Presenters will also discuss dynamics that are specific to elder abuse survivors in the LGBT and Latino communities with an emphasis on barriers to services as well as existing promising practices.
This year, in recognition of WEAAD on June 15th, the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence, the National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life, UC Irvine Center of Excellence on Elder Abuse & Neglect, Casa de Esperanza, the National Sexual Violence Resource Center and Services & Advocacy for GLBT Elders invite you to listen to a blogtalkradio session and participate in a webinar to learn more about this issue. You will be able to participate in one or both activities from the convenience of your desk!
Sponsored by: IMPACT PSA, Inc A nonprofit film/video Production Company P.O.Box 461719 Los Angeles, CA 90046
Venue: Internet social media and broadcast media
Project outreach begins June 15th 2011 and continues leading up to June 15th 2012
IMPACT PSA is a nonprofit production company whose mission since 1995 has been to bring awareness to elder abuse through visual media. We have an evolving Broadcast Media Campaign Against Elder Abuse which is a series of story driven Public Service Announcements addressing the different categories of elder abuse.
In addition to the series meant for broadcast television, we are introducing an inter-active social media Elder Abuse Awareness Campaign and are launching the first online PSA June 15th as a part of a year long initiative in which we invite people everywhere to participate in a series of PSA's about elder abuse awareness thereby increasing it. We believe this has not been done before and are extremely excited in hopes that we can really increase awareness and understanding of this insidious abuse.
Anyone interested in participating may go to our website for information on how to do it.
To participate in an online PSA about Elder Abuse, please go to our Website impactpsa.org
Sponsored by: The Against Elderly Abuse of Hong Kong
Venue: E-Max Kowloon Hong Kong
Sunday 12-06-2011
From 1:30p.m. to 5:00p.m.
1) "World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Carnival 2011" Opening Ceremony
2) Appreciation Certificate Presentation for "Guardian Angel of Elderly" Program 2011
3) To build a community harmony, mutual care and aid through organizing these activities promoting the message of care, love and respect for the elders.
National Symposium on Security and Safety of older persons
Sponsored by: INPEA Venue: India Habitat Center Lodhi Road, New Delhi India
Tuesday, 14 June 2011
Beginning at 1800 hours
A symposium with national leaders on the safety and security of the older individuals living in the society would be organized in the India Habitat Center on the 14th June. The program would begin with tea and snacks at 6PM and would be followed by the symposium.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day WEAAD India Programme
Sponsored by: Silver Inning Foundation in association with INPEA (International Network for Prevention of Elder Abuse) Indian Chapter through Development, Welfare and Research Foundation (DWARF) and 'Little Things Matter Initiatives' (LTMI); SSS Global; FESCOM (Mumbai); 1298 Senior Citizens Helpline, Mumbai; AISCCON ; iCONGO ; Harmony for Silvers Foundation & Alfresco FC Mumbai. Venue: PAN India
From May 20th through June 20th 2011
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Month long Tentative Programme:
1. Host Essay Competition from May 20th to June 20th 2011
Public Awareness workshops in Cork, Galway, Dublin, Athy & to raise awareness on elder abuse
National Media Press releases and discussion on television, radio and newspapers
Wednesday 15th June
Mayoral Proclamation Signing
The following Lord Majors/Mayors have agreed to support World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2011 by signing the INPEA Mayoral Proclamation Against Elder Abuse
Lord Mayor Of Dublin
Mayor of Limerick
Mayor of Sligo
Mayor of Kilkenny
Mayor of Waterford
Wednesday 15th June
Municipal Declaration Signing
Deputy Commissioner of the Garda Siochana Head of the UCD School of Nursing, Midwifery & Health Systems
COUNTY CORK
St Luke’s Home Mahon, Cork
Monday 13th June
Visit to local national school to raise awareness about respecting older people
Tuesday 14th June
Visit to older people at local social services centre to discuss the issue of elder abuse
Wednesday 15th June
Fashion show with older people in the Residence and raising awareness about elder abuse.
Thursday 16th June
Bus outing with residents highlighting the importance in all having the
right to participate in all daily activities. Bus will be decorated in
purple ribbons.
Friday 17th June
Visit from the local community Garda who will chat to residents about abuse prevention and reporting.
Staff workshop highlighting awareness
St Patrick's Hospital / Marymount Hospice Wellington Road Cork, Ireland
Wednesday 15th June
Symbolic candle lighting to mark and acknowledge those who have suffered or continue to suffer abuse.
Provision of purple ribbons to staff to demonstrate support of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Facilitation of written reflections on elder abuse. These will be collected, copied onto green card and hung onto a 'tree' in reception on the day (similar to a 'Jessie Tree' at Christmas).
Schull Community Hospital Cork Schull
Wednesday 15th June
Coffee morning involving all residents and their families and friends
Release of purple balloons during coffee morning Symbolic wearing of purple ribbons made by residents. Poster exhibition.
COUNTY DUBLIN
Health Sciences Building University College
Dublin
Wednesday 15th June
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Open Your Eyes
Conference (HSE, NCPOP & INPEA)
The conference will be opened by Minister Kathleen Lynch and includes speakers in research and practice related to elder abuse.
Launch of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and Press release
Opening ceremony: The Mayor of Kerry Councilor Leahy, The Mayor of Tralee Councilor Wharton- Slattery, the Mayor of Killarney Councilor Grady and the Mayor of Listowell Councilor Curtin all attending at 11am and lending their support to this very deserving cause.
A piper from the Valentia island pipe band will open proceedings with piped music.
Guest speakers include: The Elder Abuse Officer for Kerry, Joanne French. Hannah Lane, Independent Volunteer Advocate Catriona O'Connor Director of Nursing Cuil Didin Nursing home
Followed by a multi-denominational prayer ceremony Buffet.
Wednesday 15th June
Multi-denominational prayer ceremony Symbolic wearing of the colour purple by staff and residents Day room to be decorated in the colour purple Wearing of purple ribbons made in craft class.
Kerry General Hospital
Wednesday 15th June
Celebration of mass to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Symbolic decoration of day room in the official WEAAD colour purple (Balloons) Residents and Staff to wear the colour purple
Coffee/tea and cake following Mass
Irish Music Session by Mary O’Connell
St Columbanus Community Hospital Killarney, Co Kerry
Wednesday 15th June
Celebration of mass to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Symbolic purple balloons throughout the building
Valentia Community Hospital
Wednesday 15th June
Celebration of mass to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Day room dressed in the colour purple Residents and staff to wear colour purple throughout the day Residents to make & wear purple ribbons made in craft
Music by Piper from Valentia island pipe band & BALLOON RELEASE to Mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Music session by pupils from local school
Dingle Community Unit Hospital
Wednesday 15th June
Local media attention to World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Celebration of mass to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day followed by coffee morning
Distribution of World Elder Abuse awareness day leaflets
Cahirsiveen Community Hospital Cahirsiveen Co Kerry
Wednesday 15th June
Celebration of mass to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
Day room dressed in the colour purple
Residents and staff to wear colour purple throughout the day Residents facilitated to make & wear purple ribbons made in craft class Music by Piper from Valentia island pipe band Music session by Stephen McCrohan (Irish tenors fame!!!!)
Media coverage to record the event.
COUNTY LAOIS
Oakdale Nursing Home Portarlington Co Laois
Wednesday 15th June
Wear Purple on June 15th
Members of Staff to wear purple ribbons on June 15th Residents invited to wear purple ribbons on June 15th Purple decorated Day room Release of Purple balloons
Resident appreciation board: All members of staff and visitors to Oakdale are invited to write a message on a piece of purple card, describing simply what they have learned from our residents. The individual cards will be displayed on a larger board with photographs and given to the residents, thanking them for all they have taught us about life and living.
Letter to self: Staff members are invited to write a short note addressed to themselves in the future. The note will ask the person to imagine themselves at an age and in a situation similar to that of our residents. The letter will probe staff members to reflect and consider "If I was this age what would be important to me to be able to do?" and "In this situation how would I like to be treated?"
Red Cross of Serbia and HumanaS network are observing the World Elder Abuse Day for the fifth time.
A presentation will be done of results of a survey done by Prof dr Nevena Petrusic (Comissioner for protection of Equality) on behalf of HumanaS related to violence in Family context. This survey has been supported through IPA funding.
A presentation will be done on New Aspects on Human Safety by Brankica Jankovic, the Head of the Gerontological Centre in Belgrade.
A presentation will be done on the Importance of institutions of social protection by dr Sanja Dragas Latas of the Gerontological Centre in Belgrade.
A presentation will be done on whether the new Law on Social Protection will contribute to reduction of discrimination against older people in Serbia by Nada Sataric.
A presentation will be done on the role of health workers in prevention of abuse of older people by Dr Marija Tasic.
The event will be opened by the Secretary General of the Red Cross of Serbia and the State Secretary of the Ministry of Labour and Social Policy, Mr Zoran Martinovic.
To register for this event, name and organisation required by 13 June.
Ponte En Su Piel is an on-going internet-based social campaign for the rights of the elderly population. Between December 2008 and March 2009, approximately 1000 people, including companies, associations and institutions, participated in the writing of a decalogue that raises awareness of abuse of the elderly population. Many of the participants have pasted the Ponte En Su Piel- symbol on their websites. We welcome new participants to join our cause.
Venue: Hollyoak Veterinary Surgery Impington Middlewhite Barn St Georges Way Impington Cambs Cb24 9af
Wednesday, 15th June
Beginning at 8:00pm
On 15th June, Matthew Taylor from KIS Academy will be giving a talk as part of Abuse Awareness day. Admission is FREE and it is aimed at relatives of those in care, and even for people in care themselves. Find out what is defined as 'abuse' and what isn't. Mr. Taylor has years experience in the care industry as a care giver and as a professional trainer. He will explain what to look for when selecting a care home. He will explain in simple terms how to detect abuse, what the law says, and what you can do to protect your loved one.
This talk is FREE and ALL ARE WELCOMED. If you have a relative in care you are most welcome to bring them. As Mr Taylor says: "The best way to stamp out abuse is to train those receiving the care. They are truly the eyes and ears that will ensure the highest standards of care are met." Health care professionals will find this informative and useful as well. The talk will be held at Hollyoak Veterinary Surgery, St Georges Way, Impington on 15 June beginning at 8:00 PM.
Venue: Mossley Hill Day Hospital Park Avenue Liverpool, Merseyside L18 8BU
Wednesday, 15 June 2011
Beginning at 11.00am
We are a care provider for older people. We are aiming to raise awareness of Elder abuse. DISPLAYING POSTERS AND ISSUING LEAFLETS ON THE DAY. Providing cakes ,coffee and discussions of support available for people who experience or are aware of elder abuse.
Members of Shropshire Partners in Care (SPIC) attending an Information Day will be offered the chance to purchase cake and purple ribbons, with donations going to Action on Elder Abuse. SPIC members will be made aware of the issue and encouraged to put an event at their organisation on June 15th to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2011.
Shropshire Partners in Care (SPIC) has commemorated past WEAAD years: 2006,2007,2008,2009, & 2010.
Information Stand
Sponsored by: Telford & Wrekin Council
Venue: Telford Town Centre
From 9am to 6pm
The Adult Protection Team, Telford & Wrekin Council will be hosting a stand in the town centre to provide information, support and raise awareness of the issue. The team will be giving out purple ribbons to members of the public.
Promueven organizacion de actividades de sensibilización en organismos de gobierno
Actividades por el 15 de junio
La Dirección Nacional de Políticas para Adultos Mayores del Ministerio de Desarrollo Social de la Nación, promueve que los organismos de gobierno de todas las provincias de Argentina organicen actividades de sensibilización sobre la temática y promoción de los derechos de las personas mayores.
Campaña radial a propósito del Día Internacional contra el Maltrato de las Personas Mayores Patrocinado por: SENAMA Caja de Compensación Los Andes Chile
Actividades por el 15 de junio
SENAMA, dio inicio a una campaña radial en tres emisoras de cobertura nacional, a propósito del Día Internacional contra el Maltrato de las Personas Mayores.
La campaña realizada en conjunto con Caja de Compensación Los Andes, pretende llegar con nuestro mensaje a una población de distintas edades, a través de las emisoras: ADN, Romántica y Rock & Pop.
Conmemoración del Día Contra el Abuso y el Maltrato al Adulto Mayor
Patrocinado por: Servicio Nacional del Adulto Mayor Región de Valparaíso
Localización: Valparaíso- Chile Brasil 1265 Piso 3
Miércoles 15 de Junio de 2011
En Chile, la Región de Valparaíso llama la Atención sobre el Maltrato al Adulto Mayor
INVITACIÓN
Ana Eugenia García Aillón, Coordinadora Regional del Servicio Nacional del Adulto Mayor, SENAMA, junto a los Gobernadores/as Provinciales de la Región de Valparaíso, y las Redes Provinciales del Adulto Mayor, tiene el agrado de invitarle a las actividades de Conmemoración del Día Mundial Contra el Maltrato a los Adultos Mayores que se realizarán este miércoles 15 de junio.
Las actividades, que reunirán a un importante número de personas mayores, tienen como propósito visibilizar este problema social y fomentar la valoración y el respeto hacia quienes pertenecen a este grupo etario.
11.30 hrs. Desde Plaza Victoria en Valparaíso se inicia caminata Por el Buen Trato a las Personas Mayores con la participación de adultos mayores y escolares, hasta la Plaza Cívica de la Intendencia Regional.
12.00 hrs. Ceremonia Protocolar donde se darán a conocer acuerdos de colaboración entre SENAMA, servicios públicos e instituciones de la Región, para atender situaciones de maltrato a las personas mayores. Salón de la Casa de Encuentro del Instituto de Previsión Social (IPS), ubicado en Avda. Brasil 1265. Posteriormente, se les invita a unirse a un evento artístico-cultural que se desarrollará en la Plaza Cívica de la Intendencia Regional, ubicada en calle Melgarejo 669 Valparaíso.
Provincia de Marga Marga:
11.45 hrs. Desde la I. Municipalidad de Villa Alemana, se da inicio a la caminata Por el Buen Trato a las Personas Mayores con la participación de adultos mayores y escolares.
12.00 hrs. Acto artístico-cultural en la Plaza Belén (centro de la ciudad de Villa Alemana). Se distinguirá a una institución de cada una de las comunas de la Provincia por su compromiso con las personas mayores.
Provincia de San Felipe:
10.30 Hrs. Actividad artística-cultural en el Teatro Municipal de San Felipe, calle Salinas 1211.
12.00 Hrs. Inicio caminata Por el Buen Trato a las Personas Mayores con la participación de adultos mayores y escolares por la Plaza de Armas de la comuna de San Felipe.
Provincia de Los Andes:
12.00 Hrs. Acto artístico-cultural, con la participación de adultos mayores y escolares en la Plaza de Armas de la ciudad de Los Andes y entrega de material informativo.
Provincia de San Antonio:
11.00 Hrs. Acto artístico-cultural, con la participación de adultos mayores y escolares en la Plaza de Llo Lleo comuna de San Antonio y caminata Por el Buen Trato a las Personas Mayores .
Provincia de Quillota:
10.00 Hrs. Obra de Teatro dirigida a personas mayores en el Cine Portales de Quillota (Frente a la Plaza de Armas).
12.00 Hrs. Actividad artística-cultural en la Plaza de Armas de la comuna de Quillota, con la participación de personas mayores y jardines infantiles.
Provincia de Petorca:
10.00 Hrs. Desayuno para adultos mayores en Centro Cívico de la ciudad de La Ligua.
11.30 Hrs. Inicio caminata Por el Buen Trato a las Personas Mayores con la participación de adultos mayores y escolares hasta la Plaza de Armas de la comuna La Ligua.
12.30 Hrs. Acto artístico-cultural en la Plaza de Armas de la comuna de La Ligua.
Provincia de Isla de Pascua:
* Encuentro entre adultos mayores y la comunidad, en el Centro del Adulto Mayor.
Campaña de concientización en los medios y con afiches que se colocarán en los Mupies que están en la paradas de buses, para esto se ha conseguido patrocinio y tiene la limitante que no permiten poner logos, por esto creo que no va a ser posible para este año, poner el logo de INPEA en el material que estamos elaborando, sin embargo vamos a hacer un nuevo intento.
Les adjunto el diseño de unos afiches que estamos imprimiendo para poner en los MUPIS o anuncios publicitarios en paradas de autobús del área Metropolitana, son muy grandes y visibles, los cuales estarán circulando próximamente.
También distribuimos otro diseño, en Centros de Salud, Municipalidades, Escuelas en todo el país. Estoy el día de mañana trabajando en un taller con la Red Nacional de Mujeres contra la violencia del INAMU, para plantear la importancia que trabajen el tema en Mujeres Mayores y especialmente enfoquen el abuso y maltrato.
También estamos participando en programas de radio y televisión para hablar sobre el tema, especialmente para la fecha 15 de junio Día mundial y nuestro caso también nacional, pues hay un decreto presidencial que así lo establece.
REPÚBLICA DOMINICANA
Prevenciòn del abuso y maltrato en el Adulto Mayor Patrocinado por: INPEA
15 y 17 de junio
Programa de TV el día 15 de Junio donde enfocaremos el tema del abuso y las posibles acciones preventivas que podrían desarrollarse en nuestro país y el 17 tenemos una video conferencia con el tema “Abuso y Maltrato en el Adulto Mayor”.
Se ha preparado un Programa general y un tríptico con apoyo del Instituto de Geriatría para repartirlo durante la próxima semana a la población adulta mayor en particular y a la población en general. En la página web del Instituto vamos a ir actualizando toda la información para la próxima semana.
Asimismo, tenemos como proyecto desarrollar en la página del Instituto de Geriatría una sección para el tema del maltrato. http://www.geriatria.salud.gob.mx/
Lunes 13 de junio de 2011 - - Lugar: Casa Cultural San Ángel - - Horario: 9:00 a 12:00 hrs.
Seminario Prevención y Atención del Maltrato hacia Personas Adultas Mayores 2011 Objetivos: 1) Analizar de una manera crítica la orientación, los logros y límites de las acciones institucionales en atención del maltrato a personas adultas mayores en México y, 2) identificar posibles puntos de convergencia para avanzar hacia nuevas propuestas de atención al problema. Metodología: ponencias verbales con sugerencias específicas, las cuales serán recopiladas previamente al evento, que permitan definir las líneas de trabajo y acciones interinstitucionales para atender el problema del maltrato de personas adultas mayores. Participantes: Derechos Humanos (DH), Instituto para la Atención de los Adultos Mayores (IAAM), Instituto Nacional de las Personas Adultas Mayores (INAPAM), Consejo Nacional para Prevenir la Discriminación (CONAPRED), Agencia Especializada para la Atención de Personas Adultas Mayores Víctimas de Violencia Familiar, Sistema para el Desarrollo Integral de la Familia (DIF), Instituto de Geriatría, entre otras. Invitados: comisiones delegacionales y público en general.
Martes 14 de junio de 2011 - - Lugar: Pendiente por definir. - - Horario: 11:00 a 12:00 hrs.
Rueda de prensa Objetivo: Invitar a los medios de comunicación para informar a la población en general, a través de ellos, sobre el tema del maltrato de personas adultas mayores, qué es, cómo se comporta, qué hay que hacer ante usa situación de maltrato y sobre las acciones concretas que están realizando las instituciones para su atención y prevención.
1 El objetivo del evento es precisamente crear una conciencia social y política de la existencia del maltrato y abuso producido a las personas adultas mayores, junto con la idea de que es algo inaceptable, que presenta múltiples formas, y que puede ser prevenido. Metodología: elaboración previa de un documento que permita dar a conocer diversos aspectos del maltrato de personas mayores y futuras acciones a desarrollar para atender y prevenir este problema social y de salud pública.
Miércoles 15 de junio de 2011 - - Lugar: El que proponga cada delegación. - - Horario: 9:00 a 14:00 hrs.
Evento conmemorativo al Día Internacional de la Toma de Conciencia del Abuso y Maltrato en la Vejez . Objetivo: Crear un espacio para informar a la población en general y a los adultos mayores en particular, sobre el tema del maltrato de personas mayores. Metodología: Se convocará a través de las delegaciones participantes, a la población general y a las personas adultas mayores en particular, al evento. Se desarrollará un programa común el cual se llevará a cabo en cada una de las delegaciones y de otros lugares de la República Mexicana que quieran participar. Se elaborará un documento informativo el cual será presentado en cada uno de los lugares en que se lleve a cabo el evento y se entregará un tríptico informativo. Participantes: Población en general.
Jueves 16 de junio de 2011 - - Lugar: El que proponga cada delegación. Nota: Esta actividad inicia el 16 y puede continuar según el número de grupos focales que se programen por Delegación.
Grupos de discusión sobre el maltrato de personas adultas mayores Objetivo: Crear un grupo de discusión para conocer lo que piensan las personas de diferentes grupos de edad sobre el problema del maltrato de personas adultas mayores. Metodología: En cada delegación participante se convocará un grupo de personas jóvenes, adultos jóvenes y adultos mayores, se elaborará previamente una guía que permitirá conducir la discusión y se pondrá un caso específico de maltrato para que las personas opinen sobre dicha situación. Se filmará y gravará el grupo de discusión para posteriormente procesar y analizar la información. Participantes: Personas de diferentes grupos de edad.
PERÚ
ACTIVIDADES POR EL DIA DE TOMA DE CONCIENCIA DEL ABUSO A LAS PERSONAS MAYORES - 15 DE JUNIO EN LATINOAMERICA
Patrocinado por: INPEA
Localización: Latinoamèrica Lima Peru
Informaciones sobre las actividades programadas en los paìses de latinoameria. Programas que leventan el tema de los abusos que se cometen contra las personas mayores en nuestras agendas nacionales.
Contacto: Luz Barreto Representante regional de INPEA Latinoamèrica y el Caribe Tecleo al email luxbar @ yahoo Teléfono: 3816889
Actividades a favor del Adulto Mayor en el Perú
Patrocinado por: INPEA, Congreso de la Repùblica, Gobierno Regional de Cajamarca, ANAMPER, Gobiernos locales, otros.
Porque haya un mejor trato entre las generaciones.
Cuando el Día Mundial de la Toma de Conciencia a las personas mayores fue lanzado por la Red Internacional para la Prevención del Maltrato a las Personas Mayores (INPEA), hace seis años, fue sin duda una propuesta necesaria porque cada día el número de personas mayores que estaban siendo maltratadas a nivel mundial aumentaba y la hora de actuar había llegado. A nivel mundial, desde el año 2006, todos los 15 de junio se han venido realizando diversas actividades que aumentan el conocimiento sobre los efectos que el maltrato les causa a personas mayores y en esa fecha también se reconocen los aportes que las propias personas mayores así como diversas organizaciones públicas y privadas realizan para disminuir el maltrato y proponer acciones para brindar un mejor trato a esa población mayor. La Red Internacional para la Prevención del Maltrato a las Personas Mayores, los y las invita como cada año a realizar este 15 de junio, acciones de sensibilización, reflexión, capacitación, difusión, movilización comunitaria y cualquier otra acción orientada a visibilizar los innumerables casos de maltrato que día a día se ejercen contra las personas mayores, formular los compromisos para su reducción y presentar los avances en propiciar una cultura de paz entre las generaciones.
El maltrato hacia las personas mayores es un problema universal. El maltrato puede ocurrir en cualquier parte, perpetrado por cualquier persona, pero es más frecuente en el medio familiar. La sensibilización y la prevención del maltrato requieren de la participación de todos. El maltrato a personas mayores se previene con éxito sólo si se desarrolla una cultura global que fomente la solidaridad intergeneracional.
Este año 2011, INPEA PERU desea promover que las personas y las instituciones organicen actividades que mejoren las relaciones intergeneracionales en todos los ámbitos del desarrollo social, fortaleciendo prácticas democráticas, solidarias y de tolerancia. Sugerimos desarrollar programas educativos, eventos culturales y artísticos, así como hacer uso de diversas tecnologías de la información con el propósito de crear una conciencia del maltrato y sus consecuencias y brindar algunas estrategias para promover el buen trato a las personas mayores y podamos decir: Mi mundo, tú mundo, nuestro mundo libre de maltrato a las personas mayores.
Los animamos a sumarse a esta campaña mundial para frenar el maltrato a las personas mayores que puede ser con una Reunión de Sensibilización dirigida a autoridades para invocarles el cumplimiento del Derecho a la atención preferente y la Ley de las Personas Mayores, o motivar a los centros educativos y universitarios para que a través de un pasacalle den a conocer a través de lemas alusivos como se comprometen ellos a brindar un buen trato a las personas mayores, también se puede exponer la situación de maltrato a la que están expuestas las personas de su localidad a través de programas radiales o televisivos, o a través de una nota en un medio escrito, o con un mensaje enviado por Internet o de su portal web o a través de banderolas puestas en lugares estratégicos de la ciudad o colocando en el pecho de cada persona un lazo lila, símbolo de esta campaña. También pueden desarrollar talleres de capacitación dirigidos a personas mayores para que conozcan sus derechos y como defenderlos o talleres dirigidos a cuidadores de personas mayores, con la finalidad de prevenir el maltrato en la población mayor más vulnerable. Estas son solo algunas sugerencias, seguro que a ustedes se les ocurrirán muchas otras acciones innovadoras. Su ciudad puede ser parte de esta iniciativa las personas mayores de su localidad lo necesitan.
Los invitamos a compartir sus acciones expresadas a través de planes e informes de trabajo, fotos, videos, afiches, etc. con la Red Nacional e Internacional INPEA, a través del siguiente email a gina_bardelli @ yahoo.es.
Para mayor información sobre INPEA visitar www.inpea.net.
MIDDLE EAST NORTH AFRICA
NORTH AMERICA
CANADA
ALBERTA
Lancement des capsules théâtrales vidéo sur l'abus envers les aînés
Présenté par: Fédération des aînées et aînés francophones du Canada et Association des juristes d'expression française de l'Alberta
Venue: Edmonton Studio 104
Mercredi le 15 juin 2011
de 10h à 12 h
La communauté francophone d Edmonton et les aînés de la francophonie canadienne soulignent la Journée internationale de sensibilisation des abus en procédant au lancement des capsules théâtrales et entrevues pour prévenir l abus envers les aînés.
Lors de cet événement la FAAFC et l'AJEFA lanceront trois capsules théâtrales traitant d'abus envers les aînés et trois entrevues avec des intervenants du milieu juridique, policiers et social.
En Alberta , communiquer avec Josée Bonneville de l Association des juristes d'expression française de l'Alberta (AJEFA) 1 (780) 450-2443
Venue: Timber Creek Hall Enderby, British Columbia
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
From 1:00 to 4:00 PM
Workshop for community members to hear speakers and engage in a dialogue
about Elder Abuse. Speakers will discuss "what is Elder Abuse", "what to
do about it". Politicians and community members have been invited to
attend.
For registration information, please telephone 1-250-838-9538
Présentation de la pièce Trompe-l'heure, tromperies
Présenté par: Association acadienne et francophone des aîné.es du Nouveau-Brunswick (AAFANB), le club de l'âge d'or de Petit Rocher et la Fédération des aînées et aînés francophones du Canada (FAAFC)
Venue: Petit-Rocher, Nouveau-Brunswick Salle Blanche de Petit-Rocher
Mercredi le 15 juin à 17h pour la conférence de presse et 18h pour la pièce de théâtre
Pour l occasion, une troupe de théâtre amateur présentera une pièce de théâtre de Michel Ouellette, « Trompe l heure, tromperies ». Par ce geste, nous voulons sensibiliser les gens sur l abus envers les personnes ainées parce que nous savons que ce phénomène à des conséquences financières négatives pour les personnes ainées victimes, mais aussi sur leur santé et au niveau social.
Sponsored by: CEAPC - Community Elder Abuse Awareness Committee
Venue: Walk and entertainment at end of walk at local Thunder Bay 55+ Centre
Walk starts at Grandview Arena (300 Madeline Street) walking down road on River Street ending at Thunder Bay 55+ Centre (700 River Street) Thunder Bay, Ontario Canada
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Beginning at 1:15 pm
Walk celebrates seniors in our community. Walking with us is a local primary school to show their support. Many different organizations who have an interest in promoting quality of life for our elders are invited.
A piper guides us down the street, ending at a local older adult centre. Here there are some speeches by local dignitaries and a band, Hawkeye provide entertainment. We also sing a special song, Seniors Rock! which was written for this occasion.
Secondary Contact: Lee Stones Ontario Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse Northwest Regional Coordinator Click here to e-mail @lakeheadu.ca Telephone: 1 807 343-8563
International Forum on Sexual safety of Older Women - A Human Rights Approach -
Sponsored by:
International federation on ageing and Ryerson University
Venue: To be Advised
Toronto, Canada
Wednesday, 15 June 2011
From 8am to 7:30pm
Toronto will be giving focus to an under-reported, silent and insidious form of abuse - the sexual abuse of older women. Historically, older people have never been considered potential or actual targets of sexual assault and as a result have been under-identified and under-served as victims. With the insufficient knowledge and awareness of this form of elder abuse, the most effective strategy to serve older victims of sexual assault is to bring together professionals in victim s services and in the ageing fields to shed light on this issue.
Hosted by the International Federation on Ageing and Ryerson University, in Collaboration with the Ontario Seniors Secretariat, this one day interactive International Forum is an opportunity for the governments of Canada, service providers, practitioners, professionals and those dealing in elder protection to hear from a number of internationally respected experts in the field.
Registration is yet to be finalized but will be no greater that $50 for full participation
Talking Back & Forth: Hear from Experts on Abuse in Later Life
Sponsored by: National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV)
Venue: BlogTalkRadio and iLinc Webinar
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Beginning at 1pm (Eastern)
On this 30 minute radio segment, listeners will hear national experts discuss the realities of our aging population, the impact this has on society, the dynamics of ageism, and how community-based programs can work together to prevent and respond to abuse and neglect in later life.
This year, in recognition of WEAAD on June 15th, the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence, the National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life, UC Irvine Center of Excellence on Elder Abuse & Neglect, Casa de Esperanza, the National Sexual Violence Resource Center and Services & Advocacy for GLBT Elders invite you to listen to a blogtalkradio session and participate in a webinar to learn more about this issue. You will be able to participate in one or both activities from the convenience of your desk!
Sponsored by: National Guardianship Association (NGA)
Leading up to June 15, a Public Relations Campaign to NGA members throughout the USA to promote WEAAD
NGA is a national membership organization for guardians, fiduciaries and conservators. Leading up to June 15 the association will alert its membership of nearly 1000 people about WEAAD encouraging them to wear purple ribbons and to observe the day. Members will be provided a news release to announce their participation to local media and will be given ideas for implementing projects in their local areas. State guardianship associations that are affiliated with NGA will also be asked to organize events or opportunities within their state.
Elder Abuse and Guardianship Victims Listening Session Sponsored by: National Organization to End Guardianship Abuse (NOTEGA) Elder Abuse and Guardianship Victims Taskforce for Change
Venue: Washington, DC - On Capitol Hill Rayburn Building
Tuesday, June 14th & Wednesday, June 15th 2011
From 12 noon to 2 pm
The Elder Abuse and Guardianship Victim's Taskforce for Change is made up of advocates, victims and family members of elderly and disabled victims who have been declared incapacitated. They have come together to create a voice for these silent victims of abuse and financial exploitation. In recognition of International Elder Abuse Awareness Day, approximately 35 citizens from 15 states are traveling to Capitol Hill where they will share the stories of their incapacitated elderly or disabled loved ones who have been silent victims of abuse and exploitation. They will each talk about their experience in their state and how it impacted their own lives and the lives of their families.
The goal of the taskforce is to be a voice for those who have no voice, sharing their stories with each other, with agencies and with leaders on the Hill who have the power to make a difference and to bring an end to this travesty. The taskforce will deliver a petition signed by over 1200 people asking for national reform, will meet with legislators and will convene a session to craft recommendations for change to end elder and guardianship abuse.
This event is not accepting anymore people to present but is open to those interested in learning more about the problems of elder abuse and financial exploitation of incapacitated elderly and disabled adults.
ARIZONA
Join the Arizona Fiduciaries Association: Protect Arizona's Elders
Sponsored by: The Arizona Fiduciaries Association
Venue: Throughout Arizona, Visit www.azfid.org for details
Wednesday, June 15
From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Members of the Arizona Fiduciaries Association will promote elder abuse awareness and prevention on Wednesday, June 15 throughout Arizona. To help educate our communities about this important issue, we invite you to join our effort in protecting one of Arizona's most valuable resources - our elders.
Activities and Events:
Education tables with literature on elder abuse, prevention and reporting.
Collection of donations of bottled water and canned goods to donate to homeless shelter for seniors.
Pledge Petition signifying the commitment of Arizona's citizens to make elder abuse awareness and prevention a priority in protecting Arizona's vulnerable citizens.
Wear purple to demonstrate your commitment to preventing and reporting elder abuse and standing together to protect Arizona's vulnerable citizens.
Contact: Julianne Ramia CHERISH Program Manager Click here to send e-mail Telephone: 1-203-736-2601 x. 354
FLORIDA
Elder Summits - Consumer Protection - Economic and
Consumer Fraud
Sponsored by: Florida Dept of Elder Affairs, Florida Dept of Financial Services, and Florida A&M University's Small Business Development
Center.
Venue: 3 locations in Florida
Leon County: Monday, May 2, 2011 From 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Madison County: Tuesday, May 31, 2011 From 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Franklin
County: Thursday, June 9, 2011 From 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
Local seniors will dialogue with local banking officials
about their services directed toward them. Seniors will
also learn how to prevent from being a victim of financial
fraud and scams.
In addition, an announcement /reminder of June 15 as World
Elder Abuse Awareness Day and to wear purple.
These events are hosted in partnership with the Florida
Department of Financial Services and Florida A&M
University's Small Business Development Center.
Sponsored by: Seminole County TRIAD (Metro Orlando)
Venue: Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall 1525 Haven Drive Oviedo, FL 32765 (off W SR 426)
Wednesday, June 15, 2011 From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sharing of information about elder abuse via Law Enforcement/Public Safety Presentations Community Service Providers and Resources Elder Abuse Awareness Education Fun & Games for the Whole Family Free Admission
This FREE sixth annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Community Fair is sponsored by Seminole County Triad and is supported by Florida Department of Children and Families, Senior Resource Alliance, 50+ Resource Network, and the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.
Join us and learn more about elder abuse from Law Enforcement, Public Safety, and Community Service Providers.
Sponsored by: Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida, Inc.
Venue: Cultural Center of Charlotte County 2250 Aaron St. Port Charlotte, Florida 33952
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
From 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Luncheon and Discussion on Elder Financial Exploitation in Charlotte County.
Event coordinated for outreach to financial community to bring awareness of elder financial exploitation. Partner agencies include the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida, Florida Department of Elder Affairs, Charlotte County Sheriff's Office. Proclamation recognizing World Elder Abuse Awareness Day will be read.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Capital Coalition on Aging Group
Sponsored by: Area Agency on Aging for North Florida, Inc.
Venue: Tallahassee Senior Center Tallahassee, FL
Wednesday, June 15, 2011 From 8:30 am to 9:30 am
We will have a presentation on financial exploitation and how to keep safe as well as general information on elder abuse, neglect and exploitation to professionals in the aging network in the Big Bend.
Free community awareness event for the Michiana community.
Mayor Dave Wood will read our WEAAD Proclamation. We will have 4 guest speakers from the following agencies; Milton Adult Day Program/Alzheimer's of Northern Indiana, YWCA, Adult Protective Services, and a Retired South Bend Police Officer. Information tables from many community agencies who serve the elderly and seniors in some way, and "door prizes of all sizes".
Also, will be having a "Housecoat Hanging" a few days prior to event.
Accepting donations of housecoats "like grandma used to wear"; to be
hung on a clothesline strung between trees here at our office to
represent victims and survivors of elder abuse. Will also have large
sign about the event by clothesline.
Afterward, the housecoats will go
into our Clothes Closet for the needy.
Though attendance is free, because of limited space, please RSVP by phone or e-mail to:
This entire event is free, including any agencies or businesses who
would like to have an information table at the event. Please contact
Laura for details or further information.
Remember to wear something purple to show your support!
Please RSVP by phone or e-mail as seating is limited.
Sponsored by: Home Helpers and Direct Link of Southern Maine
Venue: Greenwood Nursing Center 1142 Main Sanford, ME 04073
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
From 2:00 to 3:00 PM
Home Helpers will offer a presentation for raising the community s awareness on elder abuse. Hosted by Scarborough Terrace and Greenwood. Certificates will be available.
Sponsored by: Home Helpers and Direct Link of Southern Maine
Venue: Scarborough Terrace Assisted Living 600 Commerce Drive Scarborough, ME 04074
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
From 2:00 to 3:00 PM
Community Forum: Raising Awareness to Elder Abuse Home Helpers will offer a presentation for raising the community's awareness on elder abuse. Hosted by Scarborough Terrace. Certificates will be available.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2011 "3Rs: Risks, Remedies & Resources"
Sponsored by: Coalition on Elder Abuse in Dutchess County (under the auspices of the Mediation Center of Dutchess County) Venue: The Manor at Woodside 168 Academy Street Poughkeepsie, New York State United States of America
Wednesday, June 15,2011
From 8:30am to 12:00pm
The Coalition on Elder Abuse in Dutchess County will present a program that highlights World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, 2011, in Poughkeepsie, NY. Our theme this year is 3Rs: Risks, Remedies & Resources.
Our program will begin with presentation of the Champion of Elder Rights and Safety Award to a community member in recognition of his/her outstanding dedication and selfless work for the well-being and safety of older adults in Dutchess County.
Our program will feature Michelle Errante from the Weinberg Center at
the Hebrew Home in Riverdale, New York, and Robin Roberts from the New
York City Elder Abuse Multi-disciplinary Team Center in Brooklyn, New
York and an a Dutchess County District Attorney. They will draw on their
extensive knowledge and experience with elder abuse in exploring the
3Rs: Risks, Remedies & Resources. After the presentations,
participants will break into small groups for more in-depth discussions.
The event will be attended by a wide spectrum of service providers, agencies, officials and interested community members. It is free and open to the public. Click here to download a SAVE-THE-DATE flyer
NORTH DAKOTA
Fight Fraud, Shred Instead! Sponsored by: West Central Vulnerable Adults Coalition
Venue: Mandan Golden Age Mandan, ND
and
Bismarck Senior Center Bismarck, ND
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
From 10:30am to 1:00pm
Annual Shredding Event at Senior Centers in Two North Dakota Communities
An opportunity for older adults to bring documents for shredding. Coalition members, including staff from the ND Attorney General Office of Consumer Protection, will assist in sorting and destroying documents that are no longer needed while educating participants on Fraud, Identity Theft, Document Retention schedules, and Elder Abuse/Neglect issues. A news release, appearance on a local TV noon show and media coverage will all raise awareness of issues of Elder Abuse and recognition of "World Wide Elder Abuse Awareness Day".
Contact West Central Human Services at 1-701-328-8787 for more information.
Sponsored by: VOICe (Victim Outreach Intervention Center) and Butler County Area Agency on Aging
Venue: St. Andrews United Presbyterian Church 201 East Jefferson Street Butler, PA 16001
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
From 9:30 to 11:30 am
This event is for professionals who provide services to individuals 60 years or older in Butler County, PA.
Butler County Commissioner, Dale Pinkerton, will make opening comments to the attendees. Butler City Mayor Maggie Stock, will present a proclamation in support of the event. The keynote speaker, Diane Menio, Executive Director of CARIE (Center for the Rights and Interests of the Elderly), will talk about "Elder Abuse: See It! Report! Prevent It!"
There will be a survivor's story and a vocalist/guitarist sharing her journey from abuse to empowerment.
Sponsored by: Senior Outreach Sevier - S.O.S. Program
Venue: Sevier County Senior Center and Office on Aging 1220 W Main Street Sevierville, TN 37862
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
From 2:00pm to 4 pm, with 3:30 pm presentation on Senior Center Volunteer Opportunities
Meet current S.O.S. volunteers and have questions answered. Learn more about recognizing signs of Elder Abuse and local resources available to aid and assist seniors in the Sevier County area. Hear of Senior Center Volunteer Opportunities. Senior Center Monthly Calenders and Sevier County Service Directory "Yellow Pages" for Seniors will be available. Visit and tour the fine Sevier County Senior Center.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day A celebration of aging with dignity and respect
Sponsored by: Northeast Kingdom Vulnerable Adult Action Coalition Area Agency on Aging for Northeastern Vermont
Celebrate With Us At One of Two Locations:
Lyndonville Senior Meal Site at The Darling Inn Depot Street Lyndonville, Vermont
St. Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Center 1248 Hospital Drive St. Johnsbury, Vermont
Wednesday, June 15th, 2011 From 10:30 am to 11:30 am with noon meal to follow at each location (RSVP required for meal)
Lyndonville Senior Meal Site at The Darling Inn A local band will play at 11:00am, purple carnations with ribbons saying awareness will be handed out. Community can meet members of the coalition. To stay for noon meal RSVP required. Please call Cindy at 1-802-626-8700 for fee and reservation.
St. Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Center
Local author Reeve Lindbergh will be on location and members will hand
out purple carnations with ribbons saying awareness. Community can meet
members of the coalition.
Free light luncheon offered at Noon. RSVP required - call Lynn at 1-802-748-8757
Please RSVP to participate in the Luncheon after event.
The Northeast Kingdom Vulnerable Adult Action Coalition is a team of local law enforcement, social service and health care providers dedicated to insuring the safety and well being of vulnerable adults.
WEST VIRGINIA
West Virginia World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Sponsored by: West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Legal Aid of West Virginia, West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, AARP Foundation, Kanawha Valley Senior Services and West Virginia Bureau of Senior Services Venue: North Side of the WV State Capitol West Virginia State Capitol 1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East Charleston, West Virginia 25305
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
*Presentation of the flags (USA, WV and WV designed their own Elder Abuse flag);
*National Anthemn sung by Nona Bennett;
*Jason Najmulski, WV-DHHR Commissioner will open the event;
*Governor Tomblin will read the Elder Abuse Proclamation;
*Charleston Mayor Jones will read the City of Charleston's Elder Abuse Proclamation;
*Keynote Speaker is US Prosecutor Booth Goodwin II
*Refreshments
Click for larger image WV designed their own Elder Abuse Awareness Day flag using a gray ribbon to signify this population due to WV has a Silver Alert that sends out an emergency nation wide whenever an adult with cognitive impairment is missing and WV has the Silver Haired Legislators.
Venue: Adelaide Convention Centre North Terrace Adelaide Australia
Wednesday 15th June 2011 From 0900 to 1630
The Aged Rights Advocacy Service (ARAS) has secured an excellent line up of international, national and interstate speakers focusing on using the law to uphold the rights of older people regardless of where they live.
The program will interest the aged care sector and anyone with an interest in how legislation can uphold the rights of the older person at risk of abuse.
Enduring Power of Attorney (EPAs) and Enduring Powers of Guardianship (EPGs) give adults with capacity, the power to direct how personal,
lifestyle and treatment decisions would be made if they lost the
capacity to make such decisions themselves.
On the web at www.justice.wa.gov.au Primary Contact: Kylie Keenan Community Education Coordinator Click to e-mail Kylie @justice.wa Telephone: 618 9278 7300 Secondary Contact: Pauline Bagdonavicius Telephone: 618 9278 7300
Information Session
An introduction to Enduring Powers of Guardianship and Enduring Powers of Attorney
Sponsored by: Office of the Public Advocate
Venue: Albany Golf Club Lot 1 Barry Court Albany Western Australia 6330
Enduring Powers of Guardianship (EPGs) and Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPAs) give adults with capacity, the power to direct how personal,
lifestyle and treatment decisions would be made if they lost the
capacity to make such decisions themselves.
An introduction to Enduring Powers of Guardianship and Advance Health Directives
Sponsored by: Office of The Public Advocate
Venue: South West Sports Centre 1 Rotary Avenue Hay Park Bunbury WA 6230
Monday, 13 June 2011
From 12.30 to 3.30pm
Enduring Powers of Guardianship (EPGs) and Advance Health
Directives (AHDs) give adults with capacity, the power to direct how
personal, lifestyle and treatment decisions would be made if they
lost the capacity to make such decisions themselves.
For community members. Light refreshments provided
Enduring Powers of Guardianship (EPGs) and Advance Health Directives (AHDs) give adults with capacity, the power to direct how personal, lifestyle and treatment decisions would be made if they lost the capacity to make such decisions themselves.
Sponsored by: Advocare Inc., Crime Research Centre, University of Western Australia
Venue: Citiplace, City Station Complex, Barrack St, (cnr Wellington St) Perth, Western Australia 6000
Wednesday, 15 June 2011
Beginning at 10:00am
The launch will mark the completion of a significant elder abuse research project entitled:
"Examination of the Extent of Elder Abuse in Western Australia: A Qualitative and Quantitative Investigation of Existing Agency Policy, Service Responses and Recorded Data"
Professor Mike Clare, Dr Barbara Black Blundell, Dr Joseph Clare Crime Research Centre, The University of Western Australia Joint Initiative with Advocare Inc. Supported by Lotterywest April 2011
An introduction to Enduring Powers of Guardianship and Advance Health Directives
Sponsored by: Office of the Public Advocate
Venue: Eric Farrow Pavilion Wagin Showgrounds, WA 6315
Thursday 16 June 2011
From 12.30 to 3.30pm
Enduring Powers of Guardianship (EPGs) and Advance Health Directives (AHDs) give adults with capacity, the power to direct how personal, lifestyle and treatment decisions would be made if they lost the capacity to make such decisions themselves.
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