The opening address at the 2026 Australian Elder Abuse Conference – Stand Up, Speak Out set the tone for three days of challenging conversations, shared learning and a renewed commitment to ending the abuse and mistreatment of older people.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June is an opportunity for all of us to acknowledge this serious and under-recognised issue. In particular, we're looking to the implementation of the National Plan to end the Abuse and Mistreatment of Older People to bring real change and meaningful action.
Elder Abuse Action Australia (EAAA) has welcomed the release of the Australian Government’s second National Plan to End the Abuse and Mistreatment of Older People 2026-2036, describing it as an important step in continuing and strengthening Australia’s national response to the abuse of older people.
Elder Abuse Action Australia (EAAA) calls for the immediate release of the 2nd National Plan to End the Abuse and Mistreatment of Older People 2026-2036.
EAAA strongly advocates the adoption of supported decision-making as a human rights-affirming principle and a practical approach that enables older people to exercise their own decision-making autonomy. Download and read our full position statement.
We were pleased to welcome members and supporters to our AGM on Friday 28 November 2025. Alongside the formal business of the meeting, we also heard from key speakers and reflected on EAAA's achievements over the past year.
Ageism remains one of the most socially accepted forms of prejudice in Australia, shaping how older people are perceived, treated and supported. EAAA is calling for stronger national action to address ageism, a driver of elder abuse, as part of Ageism Awareness Day 2025.
EAAA is delighted to welcome recently appointed Board member, Claire Van Heyningen. As General Manager of Marketing and Communications at MTC FutureReady, Claire helps lead programs that support people to build skills, confidence, and brighter futures.
Elder Abuse Action Australia (EAAA) is pleased to launch Breaking the Silence, a powerful new podcast series sharing the lived experiences of older people who have faced abuse or those who care about them. Three episodes have been created and will be uploaded over the coming weeks.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is held on 15 June each year. This is a day to acknowledge the abuse, neglect and exploitation of older people. Read EAAA's statement for WEAAD 2025 and join us to add your voice to this critical issue
EAAA is delighted to announce the appointment of The Hon Dr Kay Patterson AO as our inaugural Patron.
Executive Officer Bev Lange welcomed Dr Patterson's appointment which comes at a pivotal moment for EAAA.
Read the full media release including comments from Dr Patterson and EAAA's Co-Chairs.
Elder Abuse Action Australia (EAAA) welcomes the appointment of Sam Rae as Australia’s first Minister for Aged Care and Seniors, a Cabinet-level role that marks a long-overdue shift in how older Australians are represented in government.
