Abstract

This study focuses on defining ageism and considering it in the context of economic constraints during COVID-19. Conceptually, this project was fueled by the comments of Governor Dan Patrick of Texas. However, his comments contribute to a vital discussion of needing skilled workers within each community. And yet, often skilled workers who are older are pushed out of the workplace due to their age and the cost of paying for their training and/or experience. An analysis of cases of ageism are explored.

Presenters

Janelle Christine Simmons
CEO, Sole Proprietorship, New York, United States

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Presentation Type

Paper Presentation in a Themed Session

Theme

2020 Special Focus—New Ageism in Times of Pandemic: Tensions between Active Aging and Risk-Group Definitions

KEYWORDS

Ageism, COVID 19, Senior Citizens, Workplace, Work Displacements

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