Business Statistics
101 Virtues of multigenerational workforcce
Age Inclusion Resources
DEI Blog
Who’s not working?
Young people have become more likely to be students instead of workers, while older Americans are increasingly putting off retirement
How Older Adults Are Changing America
An aging population is shaking up our country. Why it’s happening and what it means
Generational Differences and How They Affect Workplace Dynamics
The active workforce today spans four generations: Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z
New Career at 50: Top 5 Jobs for Career Changers in 2023
Explore Top Jobs and Learn How To Successfully Navigate the Transition With Our Guide on Switching Careers at 50
For Employers
DEI Practices that have an Impact in the Workplace
What does inclusion actually feel like at work? How do leaders shape the feeling of inclusion?
10 Examples of Awesome Inclusion Statements
Inclusion statements are appearing everywhere in websites and in job postings and have the ability to attract the best talent. See 10 great examples to draw inspiration from.
Ageism Facts and Stats; An Overview of Aging in America
A FACT SHEET on ageism from Changing the Narrative, an organization dedicated to ending the impacts of age discrimination in the workplace.
4 DEI Practices Your Company Should Adopt In 2022
With the Great Resignation causing havoc, it is more crucial than ever to prioritize DEI interventions that are effective. Here are four best practices that organizations should implement in 2022 and beyond
Accelerated Retirements May be Playing a Role in the Current Workforce Shortage
This article from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development examines what is driving decreased labor force participation in Minnesota and nationally and the role the accelerated retirements play.
50 Diversity in the Workplace Statistics to Know
Stay on top of measuring diversity in your workplace with these statistics.
For Seekers
The New Post-60 Career Paths
People in their 60s, 70s and beyond still want stimulating jobs. Researchers and workplace experts are figuring out what late-in-life careers could look like.
The Ugly Truth About Ageism: It’s a Prejudice Targeting Our Future Selves
One of the reasons ageism is so hard to eradicate may be that it expresses decades of accumulated and deep-seated fear. However, unlike other prejudices such as racism and sexism, which
9 Essential Tips for Older Job Seekers Looking for Their Next Awesome Opportunity
In this article, the Muse reaches out to several of their career coaches for tailored advice for this specific group of professionals. Here’s what they had to say:
Frequently Asked Questions about Ageism
Ageism.org, A non-profit committed to comprehensive ageism information and education answers frequently asked questions regarding ageism
The Great Retirement: Are Baby Boomer’s Causing Today’s Worker Shortage?
The trend of The Great Retirement is expected to overshadow The Great Resignation, with 75 million baby boomers retiring by 2030. Here is all you need to know:
Finding Work and Purpose in the Golden Years
You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream. Said C.S. Lewis; Don’t let society’s misperceptions tell you differently!
Reports
Elevating Equity: The Real Story of Diversity and Inclusion: REPORT by the JoshBersin company
Important, well researched and highly informative examination of why business-driven DEI programs are one of the most powerful ways to improve upward mobility in the economy. Major findings and data
UN Global Report on Ageism
The Global report on ageism outlines a framework for action to reduce ageism including specific recommendations for different actors (e.g. government, UN agencies, civil society organizations, private sector).
Needs Assessment Tool Kit
A Guide to Including A Diversity of Older Voices in Age-Friendly Communities Work
Videos, Podcasts, & Books
How to Overcome our Biases: Walk Boldly Toward Them by Verna Myers : Ted Talk
Although not focused specifically on age bias, humorous diversity advocate Verna Myers looks at subconscious attitudes we all hold and makes a plea: Acknowledge your biases and move towards them. Her funny,
Let’s End Ageism by Ashton Applewhite : Ted Talk
Well known author of This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism Ashton Applewhite shares ideas on how disrupting traditional views of aging would benefit everyone
Ageism Unmasked, Exploring Ageism and How to End It by Tracey Gendron, PhD
What if everything you thought you knew about aging was wrong? This audiobook link will lead you to a MUST READ for anyone wanting to explore age bias and how
Indeed Video Tutorial on Finding a Job as a mature worker
In this GREAT video, Virginia, a hiring specialist at Indeed, will guide you through landing a job as an older worker. Throughout this video, Virginia will discuss the challenges while
Career Coach Bill Benoist
If you are an older worker currently in the job market, you need to be aware of several job search mistakes older workers tend to make. Age Discrimination, age bias
Diversity and Inclusion: How We Stop Ageism in the Workplace
Though companies are finally getting on board about diversity and inclusion, there is still one issue that remains as one of American workers’ greatest vulnerabilities: Ageism
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