Safe housing is a fundamental human right, yet billions face inadequacy and insecurity. In a joint statement for the 2026 International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, the International Federation of Settlements and Neighbourhood Centres (IFS) and the International Association for Community Development (IACD) call for urgent, community-led solutions that put people and power at the heart of housing policy.
The International Federation of Settlement Houses and Neighbourhood Centres (IFS), representing more than 11,000 community-based organisations in 30 countries, expresses deep concern about the rapidly worsening military confrontation in the Middle East. The situation has caused significant civilian casualties, widespread fear, and the destruction of vital community and social infrastructure. IFS supports the United Nations’…
Dementia is often viewed strictly through a medical lens—a diagnosis to be managed or a condition to be treated. However, as the global population ages, we are witnessing a crucial shift in perspective. Dementia is not just a health issue; it is a matter of equity, disability, and fundamental human rights. Currently, more than 55…
Community Work, Human Rights, and the Settlement and Neighbourhood Centre Movement Ken Burns’ 2014 documentary series, “The Roosevelts: An Intimate History,” offers a captivating exploration of a family whose name has resonated through U.S. and global history for decades. The final episode focuses on one of my personal heroes, Eleanor Roosevelt. Her tireless work as…
Identifying the Vital Role that Civil Society Plays in Advocating for Human Rights | New York On the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the NGO Committee on Human Rights/NY, together with the NGO Committee on Ageing/NY, identifies the vital role that civil society plays in advocating for and realising human rights. …
UN International Day of Older Persons: Celebrating Across Generations We’re delighted to announce that Chris Hanway of Jacob Riis Settlement and Ariana A. Elezaj of Lenox Hill Neighborhood House are co-chairing this year’s UN International Day of Older Persons event. Taking place at the UN in New York City and also viewable on UN…
Please join us this Thursday for the Diversity Committee Lecture “United Nations for Aging: United Nations International Day of Older Person (UNIDOP)” by Christopher Hanway, with guest Ariana Elezaj. When: Thursday, September 14 at 10:30 am(USA). Where: Halpern Room (Please register In-person*) or via Zoom (Please click on banner above or link) Cost: Free *Please note Brock House will…
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