United Nations Photo - Celebrating Older Human Rights Champions in Observance of the International Day of Older Persons

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Headline Special Event Celebrating Older Human Rights Champions

Caption Description Helen Hamlin (age 99, standing), who has represented elderly populations through her work during four decades, receives cheers at the special event entitled ""Celebrating Older Human Rights Champions"", held on the occasion of the Observance of the International Day of Older Persons (1 October).

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Production Date 10/04/2018 10:54:07 AM

City/Location New York

Country United States of America

Credit UN Photo/Kim Haughton

File size 8.87 MB