Posts by Sharon
The loss is immeasurable, but so is the love left behind
It is with regret that we learned of the passing of two of our founding members last week, Tommy Baldwin and Michael O’Halloran. Both Tommy and Michael were instrumental in setting up the ISCP in 1994-1997 when there were very few organisations working as advocates for the rights of older people. Michael was also the…
Read MoreContinuing to lobby for a Commissioner for Ageing and Older People
CEO Sue Shaw along with members of the Alliance of Age Sector NGOs, met with TDs and Senators in Leinster House for a second time, on Wednesday 3rd May. The meeting took place in the AV Room in a bid to garner further cross-party support from TDs and Senators. After a brief introduction and presentation…
Read MoreAgeing in Ireland, too risky?
Over the last few days, Joe Biden has been described as ‘geriatric’, ‘elderly’ and a ‘doddery grandfather’. Multiple papers have ruthlessly taken aim at the American President simply because of his age which the ISCP wholly condemn. Some papers are poking fun at his need for prompt notes at speaking engagements. Which leaves us wondering…
Read MoreHappy Intergenerational Week!
Happy Global Intergenerational Week 2023, a celebration of generations coming together. The global event seeks to unite individuals, groups, organizations, local and national governments, and NGOs who share a common goal of nurturing cross-generational friendships. According to the Global Report on Ageism, ageism occurs when “age is used to categorize and divide people in ways that…
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