World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) was launched on June 15, 2006 by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations.

Elder abuse is a global social issue which affects the health and human rights of millions of older persons around the world, and an issue which deserves the attention of the international community.

The purpose of WEAAD is to provide an opportunity for communities around the world to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons by raising awareness of the cultural, social, economic and demographic processes affecting elder abuse and neglect.

In addition, WEAAD is in support of the United Nations International Plan of Action acknowledging the significance of elder abuse as a public health and human rights issue. WEAAD serves as a call-to-action for individuals, organizations, and communities to raise awareness about elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

70% of the elderly abused, never report it. Join HelpAge India on June 15, 2015 on "World Elder Abuse Awareness Day" as HelpAge India releases nationwide report where the youth speak out on the glaring issue.

Participate, this event on 15June to make your voices count to ‪‎Stop Elder Abuse Today‬. Get more details just log on www.helpageindia.org