Published June 15 2025
Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) and this year's theme is 'Beyond Age' - a powerful call to challenge ageism and build communities where every person is valued.
Earlier this week, we acknowledged WEAAD with our Shaping Inclusive Futures event. 80+ professionals came together to learn more about the intersection between ageism, racism, gender inequalities, and autism. It was a vibrant, creative and thoughtful gathering that showcased bold, community-led approaches to preventing the abuse of older people before it starts.
Meg Humphrey, our Elder Abuse Prevention Project Coordinator and Event Lead for Shaping Inclusive Futures, commented that the event was "a labour of love — and a meaningful milestone in our work. At its heart, the event applied an intersectional lens to explore how ageism intersects with other forms of discrimination and marginalisation."
Thanks to all who were involved on the day and helped to raise awareness of WEAAD and beyond!
Holstep Health is proud to lead the North and West Metro Elder Abuse Prevention Network - a partnership of over 60 organisations and 100 members. Find out more about you can get involved and become an effective ally to help end elder abuse.