Seeing hope in the movement to end ageism

Seeing hope in the movement to end ageism

To be truly radical is to make hope possible instead of despair convincing. Last Monday, I moderated the kickoff keynote panel on ageism and ableism at the American Society on Aging's #OnAging2023 conference. I quoted Raymond Williams, then asked panelists Ashton...

It’s Time for Better Birthdays

It’s Time for Better Birthdays

Anti-ageism is a global movement. Ageism hurts our health, hurts our workforce and economy, and limits our potential as individuals. As awareness of this issue spreads, it is not surprising that celebrating aging is becoming more widespread, including age-positive...

Betsy Hay: A lifelong calling to serve

Betsy Hay: A lifelong calling to serve

Betsy Hay talks to me with her special needs dog by her side. She says she is the person her dog needs to be with. That illustrates who Betsy is on a fundamental level – someone who feels compelled to be there when life is hard and considers herself better for the...

Who hires older workers? 

Who hires older workers? 

These job boards and programs will point you to age-friendly employers Who hires older workers? Where can workers age 50+ find jobs? These are questions I get all the time in my role directing Changing the Narrative, especially after stories appear in the media about...

Facebook vs Instagram: What Every Activist Should Know

Facebook vs Instagram: What Every Activist Should Know

Social media is how many grassroots organizations can make an impact quickly and inexpensively. Activism is now something we can all do using tools most of us already use - Facebook and Instagram. Social media is a worldwide phenomenon that is not likely to go away...

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