Workers are living and working longer, with five generations now working side by side. Research shows that multigenerational teams increase productivity and worker engagement while lowering absenteeism. Yet, in a recent AARP survey 78 percent of workers age 45+ said they have seen or experienced age discrimination in the workplace. A 2015 Annual Global CEO study found that 64% of firms had diversity and inclusion strategies, but only 8% of those included age.
Gerontologist Dr. Erdman Palmore aptly stated back in 2001 - Ageism is “the third great ‘ism’ in our society, after racism and sexism.”
2022 is almost upon us. The time is now to dismantle this -ism as well.
DEIB efforts aim to create equal opportunity for everyone to succeed. As communities and workplaces continue to become more multi-cultural and multi-generational, let’s examine the essential need to include age in DEIB frameworks.
Join us to hear from this distinguished group of speakers and panelists as they share their expertise and solutions.
Featuring:
Moderator:
Sandra Bookman
Reporter
WABC-TV
Commissioner Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez
NYC Department for the Aging
Edna Kane-Williams
EVP and Chief Diversity Officer
AARP
Daisy Auger-Domínguez
Chief People Officer
VICE Media Group
Jason Rosario
Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer
BBDO Worldwide
Yrthya Dinzey-Flores
Vice President, DEI, Social Impact & Sustainability
Justworks
AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age.
The New York City Department for the Aging works to eliminate ageism and ensure the dignity and quality of life of New York City's diverse 1.7 million older adults. DFTA also works to support caregivers through service, advocacy, and education. DFTA is the largest area agency on aging in the United States.
