EAAA is best known for Compass, the national information hub for elder abuse. This critical resource provides a direct pathway to support services for older Australians and those who care for them.
Compass offers clear, accessible information on recognising, preventing and responding to elder abuse and is designed to reduce the barriers older people face in accessing help to navigate elder abuse.
Compass is a website created to help all of us better understand, prevent and respond to the complex issue of elder abuse.
The 2026 Australian Elder Abuse Conference is a national gathering of people who care deeply about creating a safer, more just future for older Australians. It’s a space where bold conversations are welcomed, living experiences are honoured and collaborative solutions are forged.
This conference provides the platform for many voices to be heard. Together, we’ll challenge harmful norms, explore new ideas, and push for real, lasting change.
The primary goals of the conference are to educate, train and build sector capacity.
Over three dynamic days, delegates will connect across sectors, share knowledge and confront the complex realities of abuse and ageism. From powerful stories to innovative responses, our agenda is shaped by those at the forefront doing the work, and those with lived and living experience.
This is a call to action. To listen. To stand up. To speak out.
Not just for today, but for the generations to come.
Because silence is never the solution.
Using its knowledge and experience, EAAA engages with state and federal government departments and peak organisations to influence positive change for older Australians
A key part of our work is agitating for an improved understanding of elder abuse and enhanced protection of human rights for older Australians under the UN Convention.
Specifically, EAAA is working for:
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Across multiple channels, EAAA shares its knowledge and experience to build sector capacity, using the tools of awareness, education and training. Subject matter includes elder abuse, the rights of older people and the impact of ageism.
Our capacity-building programs include:
SaferSeniors provides free online training to prevent the mistreatment of older people in our communities.
We recognise the invaluable contribution and expertise that older individuals bring to the table. We’re particularly aware of the importance of their input when it comes to shaping policies and responses to government initiatives that directly impact communities.
For us to represent these voices, we knew we had to provide a mechanism for them to share their thoughts and opinions on these matters and our own advocacy efforts.
And that’s when SPARK was born!
The membership of our Seniors Panel for Advocacy, Rights and Knowledge (SPARK) reflects the diversity of Australia. As well as having representatives from each State, our members include voices from First Nations, LGBTQI+ and multicultural backgrounds.
Our vision for this panel is to include their valuable input from lived experience and ensure that their insights, advice and recommendations are considered. This is critical to ensure that the real needs and challenges faced by older adults are addressed.
Since each member of SPARK has already demonstrated a commitment to their communities through various initiatives and efforts, we appreciate them sharing knowledge and best practices from their respective fields of expertise.
The input from our SPARK members will ensure that our initiatives are informed, credible and impactful, leading to better outcomes for older people in our communities.
To find out more about SPARK, email info@eaaa.org.au
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