BSGAgeismSIG
@bsgageismsig.bsky.social
Exchanging ideas, learning and opportunities, connecting people with a passion to work collaboratively to end #ageism. #TogetherAgainstAgeism. Info at https://www.britishgerontology.org/about-bsg/special-interest-groups/ageism
Want to know more about who we are and what we're doing? Come to an informal online lunchtime session Tuesday 29 Sep at 12.30pm Share your interests and questions on ageism, get to know us, and connect with others. Find out more or to book your place please email BSGAgeism@britishgerontology.org
BSG Ageism Special Interest Group members online event : Thurs 4 June 2026 11 am to 12 pm. Here is the agenda and we'd love to see you there. To become a member and join the event email us at BSGAgeismSIG@britishgerontology.org
Our Chair @helenaherklots.bsky.social and Steering Group member @judithphillips.bsky.social were pleased to attend the @vivensa.bsky.social conference today. Great conversations, inspiring presentations, and thought-provoking posters. Congratulations to the Vivensa team.
Important research from @ageuklondon.bsky.social #TogetherAgainstAgeism
Age UK London@ageuklondon.bsky.social · 6mo agoAgeism is widespread across London - and now we have the data to prove it. 📊 51% of older Londoners have experienced ageism 💬 37% feel devalued 😔 62% don’t feel able to speak out It’s time for change. Join us and stand with #LondonAgainstAgeism
A reminder of our online event coming up on 25 March at 11 am. Join us here www.eventbrite.com/e/bsg-ageism...
BSG Ageism SIG Online Event
Join us to explore internalised ageism, catch up on the development of the UN Convention on Older Persons, and hear about ageism in London
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BSGAgeismSIG@bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 8mo agoWe hope you will join our online event on 25 March at 11 am - 12.30. We focus on internalised ageism, an update on the UN Convention on the Rights of Older Persons and a survey of #ageism in London. Join us here www.eventbrite.com/e/bsg-ageism.... We look forward to seeing you
We hope you will join our online event on 25 March at 11 am - 12.30. We focus on internalised ageism, an update on the UN Convention on the Rights of Older Persons and a survey of #ageism in London. Join us here www.eventbrite.com/e/bsg-ageism.... We look forward to seeing you
If you want to see our February newsletter please see our Linked in post www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... or access the newsletter directly here mailchi.mp/3cd5f4e0e4b5...
Examining perceived ageism and age-related stereotypes as potential moderators of the associations between biologically based risk factors and engagement with life in older adulthood | Ageing &… |...
Welcome to the newsletter of the BSG Ageism Special Interest Group (SIG) We will now be publishing our newsletters on our Linked in page, as well as sending it to our email members and to members of ...
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Call for input by the "UN Independent Expert on the enjoyment of all human rights by older persons" on #business and the human rights of older persons. Deadline: 31st of January www.ohchr.org/en/calls-for...
OHCHR | Call for input by the Independent Expert on the enjoyment of all human rights by older persons on business and the human rights of older persons
BackgroundUnder international human rights law, States have the obligation to protect individuals against human rights abuses within their territory and/or jurisdiction by third parties, including bus...
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Excellent discussion on ageism in social care by @bsgageismsig.bsky.social Thanks to panel @melanie-henwood.bsky.social @richardhumphries.bsky.social @gerrynos.bsky.social & Steve Milsom. Underlines urgency for big reform of social care & key points for the Casey review.
🤝Join us this #GivingTuesday to support age equality. Your support helps us push for a UN Convention on the Rights of Older Persons and fight all forms of ageism. 👉Every contribution makes a difference: bit.ly/DonateAgeEquality #AGEPlatformEurope #AWorldforAllAges #AgeingEqual #Ageing
🆕 The #AGEBarometer2025 is out now! How are #digitalisation, the #GreenTransition and persistent #LabourShortages affecting #OlderWorkers? Discover inspiring practices gathered by AGE members that promote inclusion and support quality working lives. 📥 Download now: bit.ly/age-barometer-2025
These free photos can be used for your websites, reports, articles and social media. See the full collection here: www.agewithoutlimits.org/image-librar... #PositiveAgeing #PositivePhotos #Ageing #OlderAge #AgeFriendlyUK
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The Age Without Limits campaign aims to change the way we all think about ageing and support a growing movement of people and organisations working to make society more age-inclusive.
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Older women face both ageism and gender bias, impacting pay, healthcare, and leadership opportunities. 📣 Speak out. Share this fact. @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social @undecadeageing.bsky.social #EndAgeism #OlderWomenRights #AgeEquality
Our next online members event is on 4 Dec at 11am to 12 noon where we will be debating #ageism in social care and discussing updates from our members. If you want to join us, and are not a member already, please join us by email BSGAgeismSIG@britishgerontology.org to obtain your ticket
Today is #CarersRightsDay and we want all unpaid carers to know and use their rights These can help you: ▪️ Access support ▪️ Juggle care and work ▪️ Look after your health and wellbeing ▪️ When the person you care for is coming out of hospital https://go.carersuk.org/CRD
Our call for papers for the BSG Creative Ageing SIG Symposia 2026 is now officially OPEN! Check your inbox for all the details. The deadline for submissions is 5pm (GMT) on Friday 19th December 2025. Not a member? Email us: bsgcreativesig@britishgerontology.org
Great to see this survey on #ageism in London being undertaken by @ageuklondon.bsky.social www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/AgeismSurv... We will be very interested in hearing the results #TogetherAgainstAgeism
Age UK London Ageism Survey
Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.
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"46% of recruiters think 57 is the moment candidates become too old for the role."
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#ageism | Ageism Special Interest Group - British Society of Gerontology
An initiative across Europe aimed at ending #ageism. We will be watching this with much interest. As the report says 'Ageism remains one of the least addressed forms of inequality in the EU framewor...
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Loneliness in Later Life: A National Challenge with Human Consequences | British Society of Gerontology; Ageing, Business and Society Special Interest Group
Longevity Week 2025: Tackling Loneliness in Later Life November 12th 2025 17.30-19.00hrs Online As part of the official Longevity Week 2025 agenda, the British Society of Gerontology; Ageing, Busines...
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Our ✨NEW✨ LGBTQ+ Special Interest Group 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ are hosting some Welcome Sessions to meet their new members, see below for details on how to sign up!
BSG LGBTQ+ SIG@bsg-lgbtq.bsky.social · last yr.We want to get to know our Special Interest Group members, hear about what work/research you're doing and what you want from the SIG. Join us for one (or both) of our Welcome Sessions! 14:00-15:30 (UK🕑) Friday 31st October 08:30-10:00 (UK🕣) Monday 3rd November forms.office.com/e/Dc89bZr51Z
Join our online event exploring barriers to inclusive housing. 🗓️10:00-12:00 on 4th November Opportunity to learn from leading voices in housing, ageing & inclusion & connect with others passionate about creating age-friendly, equitable housing solutions. www.eventbrite.com/e/bsg-scotla...
BSG Scotland: Inclusive Housing in Scotland
Join us for a virtual event discussing inclusive housing in Scotland!
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Important research from @helpage.bsky.social on older people being left behind www.helpage.org/news/older-p...
Older People at the Edge of Humanitarian Response
This study exposes the depth of the global neglect of older people, with very stark findings.
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What is ageism? 🧠 Stereotypes 💢 Prejudice 🚫 Discrimination It shows up in systems, relationships & even self-perception. It affects healthcare, work, & justice. Ending ageism = building an equitable society for all. #AgeismAwarenessWeek #AgeWithRights #EndAgeism #AgeismAwarenessWeek
New report from Age UK considers through research the experiences of people over 50 from the Black Caribbean community and identifies there is so much more to be done for people to feel valued and included. www.ageuk.org.uk/siteassets/d...
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£1.2m grant fund launched to support older people on a low income in coastal and rural areas ethicalmarketingnews.com/1-2m-grant-f... @independentage.bsky.social
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Older persons deserve a seat at every decision-making table. Their lived experiences are invaluable. 👉 Let’s include older persons in: 🔸 Policy creation 🔸 Research 🔸 Program development 💡 Change starts when everyone’s voice is heard. 🔗 Learn more: https://cstu.io/4c2915
