Age Discrimination In The Workplace

I don't know about you, but AGE is one aspect of DEI that I hardly ever hear anything about. And, yet the impact of ageist policies on older workers is profound.
Are you thinking something like "but it's time for those boomers to get out the way so I have a chance!"? Well, I asked Laura Tamblyn Watts, the CEO of CanAge about that. CanAge is Canada's Seniors Advocacy organization and, she says while a few older workers have a ton of privilege, many are shockingly disadvantaged. With 25 years of experience, Laura brings a wealth of knowledge about ageism and its impact in the workplace and to aging people. We discussed:
👵 The shocking statistics on ageism and why it's the most prevalent form of discrimination globally.
🔍 How ageism manifests in the workplace - from overt policies to hidden biases.
📈 The benefits of multi-generational workforces - from increased productivity to reduced churn.
🛠 Practical steps to make your workplace more age-inclusive starting with your DEI policy. And
⚖️The risks of doing nothing.
This episode was eye-opening and will broaden your understanding of ageism and equip you with practical tools to foster a more inclusive work environment. Links are in the comments!
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0:53 Why is ageism discussed so little?
2:48 Ageism is most prevalent?
7:24 Time for boomers to step aside?
9:33 Signs of ageism
14:01 Being inclusive
15:32 Risk of doing nothing
17:29 Discrimination for youth
23:21 Learn More
Find Laura at / laura-tamblyn-watts-a8...
CanAge www.canage.ca/
Living, Learning and Earning Longer: www.aarpinternational.org/ini...
Find Andrea for consulting in Western Canada [e-mail]

[@jazzman9469]

I just turned 64 and have been a Warehouse/Facility manager for over 20 years (not to mention being in manufacturing, production and inventory control) and was recently down-sized due to a business losing customers to the competition in their market. We went from 200 plus employees to under 100 in less than 5 months. As I started back interviewing, I have great success in the "phone" interview portion, so much so, they can't wait to get me on-site for a sit down interview. As soon as they see me, I can tell by the interview questions that this is going no where fast. I had my resume reviewed and tweaked by a professional service. When I get called for an interview, I have heard this several times; "your resume is so impressive, you are our first candidate." With that said, my resume has no embellishing added, it's just me. I have been to over 25 of these type of interviews and no, it is not me or my experience, it is ageism.

[@hrhubtalk]

Well... it's an understatement to say that's crappy. Employment is important at any time and age bias should not get in the way. I'm sorry and I hope someone out there is willing to open a door for you.

[@sumfatt640]

although you biologically clearly could look either male or female, but there are genderless people based on their feelings or behavior , we should also make ageless orienation to fight ageism , besides feelings or behavior, you biologically clearly could look from another age