World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June highlights the neglect, abuse and violence faced by older people.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
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About the day
The UN observes the day, with UN DESA leading the main event alongside the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse. It calls for systems that prevent abuse and respect older people's dignity.
2026 theme
Beyond Awareness: Making Elder Abuse Prevention Work
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Tuesday 15 June 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Thursday 15 June 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Friday 15 June 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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