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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
6 Ways to Add Age in Your Diversity and Inclusion Guide
Whether you have an established diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) function or are in the process of building one, adding age as an element doesn’t have to be difficult. Here
10 Books to Help You Foster a More Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
Forbes shares the list of books that can help both employees and organizational leaders who want to learn more and to understand the cultural experiences of different groups.
Retaining a Diverse Workforce in Tech (MN Tech)
Tech leaders face the makings of a perfect storm with Covid-related setbacks to DEI efforts. What they plan to do.
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
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.
For Seekers
24 Job-Hunting Tips for Workers over 50
One of the best overall articles on job hunting strategy and advise to make yourself stand out as a qualified candidate while leveraging your long-term experience as an asset. DEFINITE READ.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ageism
Ageism.org, A non-profit committed to comprehensive ageism information and education answers frequently asked questions regarding ageism
How to Manage a Multi-Generational Team
To realize the benefits of a generationally diverse workforce, we need to learn how to appreciate our unique preferences, habits, and behaviors.
Great Retirement in U.S. is Driven by Older Female Baby Boomers
Who are the pandemic retirees ? Here are some of the findings:
Bridge the Gap: Communicating with a Multigenerational Workforce
Communication style is one of the biggest distinctions among employees from different generations. Here’s how to bridge the gap in your organization
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:
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
Needs Assessment Tool Kit
A Guide to Including A Diversity of Older Voices in Age-Friendly Communities Work
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).
Videos, Podcasts, & Books
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
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
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,
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
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
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