Africa: The Hidden Crisis of Violence Against Older Women - and What Can Be Done to Prevent It

[Spotlight Initiative] For the first time in history, adults aged over 60 now outnumber children under five - and are projected to outnumber all youth by 2050. Older women are the fastest-growing demographic globally. Yet, when it comes to preventing violence, they are often overlooked. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June aims to shine a light on how violence affects older people. Like all forms of violence, elder abuse is not gender-neutral. Below, we explore how age and gender intersect, and what can be done to better