Abstract
With the global population aging rapidly, experts point out that the number of individuals aged 50 and over will double by 2050. In this demographic landscape, preserving the well-being and health of older individuals is paramount. Ageism against this demographic has emerged as a significant challenge, threatening active aging and mental health. This study outlines the creation of visual profiles for job applicants in the administrative sector, focusing on candidates under 30 and those over 50. The profile design process involves selecting images from the KAEF database and digitally aging them to represent older candidates. Researchers then craft resumes to match the job requirements and present images and profiles to judges for evaluation. Criteria include age, visual impressions, alignment of experience and qualifications with job requirements, and consistency across candidate resumes. Following evaluation and modifications (when necessary), researchers present the 16 profiles created to two groups: human resources professionals evaluating hiring suitability and non-HR individuals evaluating for potential coworker compatibility. This experiment seeks to challenge ageist perceptions and foster inclusivity in the workplace, aligning with principles of human-centered design and social equity.
Presenters
Tatiane Cristine FroelichStudent, Doctoral School, Catholic University of Valencia San Vicente Mártir (UCV) and Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUC-RS), Valencia, Spain Manoela Ziebell de Oliveira
Carmen Moret-Tatay
Professor, Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain
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KEYWORDS
AGEISM, INTERVENTION, SELECTION, OLDER WORKERS
