Article 5 Right to Make Decisions States Parties shall: ‘ly . ensure that appropriate legislation exists that recognises the rights of Older Persons to make decisions regarding their own well-being without undue interference from any person or entity, and that Older Persons have the right to appoint a party of their choice to carry out their wishes and instructions; ensure that, in the event of incapacity, Older Persons shall be provided with legai and social assistance in order to make decisions that are in their best interests and wellbeing; and enact legislation and take other measures that protect the right of Older Persons to express opinions and participate in social and political life. Article 6 Protection Against Discrimination in Employment States Parties shall: 1: take measures to eliminate work place discrimination against Older Persons with regard to access to employment taking into consideration occupational requirements; and ensure appropriate work opportunities for Older persons taking account to their medical and physical abilities, skills and experience. into Article 7 Social Protection States Parties shall: dis develop policies and legislation that ensure that Older persons who retire from their employment are provided with adequate pensions and other forms of social security; ensure that universal. social protection mechanisms exist to provide income security for those Older persons who did not have the opportunity to contribute to any social security provisions; ensure that the processes. and procedures of accessing pensions are decentralised, simple and dignified;

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