Chris Roles

Chris Roles

Chris Roles has been director of Age International, the only U.K. charity focusing on the needs and rights of older people in developing countries, since 2012. Previously he has held senior positions in a number of international relief and development agencies.

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Are current humanitarian standards working for older people?

Are current humanitarian standards working for older people?

over 10 years ago // Chris Roles on inclusive development

Last week six aid agencies launched a new set of standards to support aging- and disability-inclusive responses in humanitarian crises. How can these ensure older people and people with disabilities are reached more effectively by humanitarian programs? Age International's director explains in this guest commentary.