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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
How Organizations Can Address Ageism as Part of Their DEI Strategy
Age is not static, and bias can — and eventually will — affect people at any age. It’s important for reaching DEI solutions to recognize the intersectionality between generations, age
Analytics to Close the Gap Between DEI Promises and Results
Taking measurable action on diversity relies on a thoughtful approach for organizations to take their DEI pulse; Here’s 5 recommended areas to reimagine DEI measurement.
More Companies Adding diversity Measures to Executive Compensation
Adding DEI initiatives to executive pay plans is a growing trend, but it is sometimes hard to figure out exactly how they are measured.
The Challenges of Managing a Multi-Generational Workforce and What to do about It
For the first time, in one workplace we have Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Generation Y, and Millennials. Now what?
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.
For Seekers
The Biggest Retirement Challenge No One Talks About
A 67-year-old who ‘un-retired’ shares the biggest retirement challenge ‘that no one talks about’
‘Unretirements’ Continue to Rise as More Workers Return to Work
The tight labor market, in combination with waning COVID-19 concerns and high inflation, are leading more people to leave retirement and reenter the workforce.
9 High-Impact Interviewing Tips for Older Job Seekers
The National Council on Aging shares their important tips for older job seekers reminding that the interview is as much for you to size up the fit of opportunity for
After Quiet Quitting, Here Comes Quiet Firing
Could gaps left by current workforce trends offer an opening to older workers for creative solutions?
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:
More Companies Willing to Hire People in Their 50’s : Minneapolis Star Tribune, Aug 2022
When corporate restructuring ended up displacing older workers in the 1990s and 2000s, many could not find a job. That is changing.
Reports
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).
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
Needs Assessment Tool Kit
A Guide to Including A Diversity of Older Voices in Age-Friendly Communities Work
Videos, Podcasts, & Books
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
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,
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
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
Life’s Third Act by Jane Fonda : Ted Talk
Within this generation, an extra 30 years have been added to our life expectancy. Jane Fonda asks how we can re-imagine this new phase of our lives
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
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