AARP’s Post

Behind closed doors, age discrimination affects many. We wanted to see what it would look like if we brought it out into the open. With an actress at a food truck, we denied service to those over 40. Witness the reactions and join the conversation: How would you confront age discrimination?#AgeDiscrimination #SocialExperiment #AARP #Equality #InclusiveWorkplace #DiversityAndInclusion

At 58, a former Air Force pilot and grandmother of six took a bold step back into the aviation industry. Her journey is a testament to the power of passion and resilience in reigniting one's career, regardless of age. #CareerComeback #ProfessionalDevelopment #CareerRestart #AirForceVeteran #SecondAct

Join us on Wednesday, July 17, from 3-4 p.m. EST for a free webinar exploring the impact of income inequality on the future of work. We're bringing together leading experts to delve into these pressing issues and discuss their implications for the workforce of tomorrow. Don't miss this chance to gain insights and join the conversation! Experts joining us: Todd Greene, Vice President at Urban Institute and Executive Director, WorkRise Dr. Alex Camardelle, Ph.D., Vice President of Policy & Research, Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative Debbie Dyson, Chief Executive Officer, OneTen Melissa Grober-Morrow, Vice President, Center for Equitable Growth

Did you know that three-fourths of older workers blame age discrimination for their lack of confidence in finding a new job? To bring attention to this critical issue, we conducted a social experiment by setting up a fake business that gave out free gift baskets. The results were eye-opening, exposing the barriers and ageist assumptions that older workers face in the job search process. It's time to address and combat age discrimination in the workplace to create a more inclusive and equitable job market for all ages. #AgeDiscrimination #InclusiveWorkplace #DiversityAndInclusion #WorkplaceEquity #ProfessionalGrowth

Emergency savings are increasingly being offered as a financial wellness benefit in the workplace. We took a look at the relationship between emergency savings-related behavior and workplace outcomes. Here’s what the research shows.

Older workers with low skills are the most likely to be left behind by the transition into better-paying jobs with better working conditions that do not undermine their health and quality of life. A report from OECD shares what government and employers can do to help older workers transition to higher paying, better-quality jobs. Take a look at the report: http://spr.ly/604793UjZ #CareerMobility #OlderWorkers #FutureofWork #JobMobility

AARP Foundation and two law firms recently filed an age discrimination class action lawsuit on behalf of a 67-year-old Virginia resident who applied to many positions at Raytheon but would not be considered because he was not a “recent college graduate” and had too much “experience.” Learn more about the case: http://spr.ly/60429HpeA