What is ageism? It is prejudice and stereotypes of a person or group based on age. Negative ideas about aging permeate fashion and media, thereby assaulting our own self-image. Ageism is the most tolerated form of prejudice. Studies show that it negatively impacts health care, quality of life, employment and job security, mental health, and social isolation. Further, ageism has been identified as a key element of elder abuse.
Art has the power to transform lives, especially artistic altruism combining art and action. “Meg LaPorte and Jordan Evans created Art Against Ageism as an alliance and media platform for the purpose of identifying, amplifying, and creating artistic endeavors that confront and tackle damaging stereotypes and misperceptions about age, older adults, and being older.” https://artagainstageism.org
Toronto, Canada is on the leading edge of combatting ageism in the workforce using a proactive approach. Ten virtual seminars led by older adults comprises the Toronto Senior Master Class Series. The ageism series is available in Portuguese, Chinese, French, and Italian. Check it out!
https://torontocouncilonaging.com/programs
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