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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
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
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
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
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
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.
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Important research from @ageuklondon.bsky.social #TogetherAgainstAgeism
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
A reminder of our online event coming up on 25 March at 11 am. Join us here www.eventbrite.com/e/bsg-ageism...
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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 · 03/03/2026
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
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
Great campaign on the harms of #ageism agewithoutlimits.org
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
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...
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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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Claudia Mahler @olderpersons.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
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...
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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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Sally Richards @sallyrichards4.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
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.
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AGE Platform Europe @ageplatformeu.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
🤝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
Giving Tuesday - Donate - Support our mission to create a society for all ages
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AGE Platform Europe @ageplatformeu.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
🆕 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
New launch
AGE BAROMETER 2025

Older workers and the future of work: Navigating digitalisation, the green transition, and labour shortages

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Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
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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| Age without limits
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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Canadian Coalition Against Ageism (CCAA) @ccaageism.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
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
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
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
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
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 go.carersuk.org/CRD
Red and white graphic featuring a megaphone on the left emitting text: "Carers Rights Day." On the right, two overlapping speech bubbles read, "Know Your Rights" and "Use Your Rights."
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Creative Ageing SIG @bsgcreativeageing.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
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
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 26/10/2025
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
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Age UK London Ageism Survey
Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.
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Centre for Ageing Better @ageingbetter.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
"46% of recruiters think 57 is the moment candidates become too old for the role."
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
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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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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
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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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British Society of Gerontology @britishgerontology.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
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!
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BSG Scotland @bsgscotland.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
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...
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BSG Scotland: Inclusive Housing in Scotland
Join us for a virtual event discussing inclusive housing in Scotland!
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
Important research from @helpage.bsky.social on older people being left behind www.helpage.org/news/older-p...
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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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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
Great, great news www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
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#hrc60 #togetheragainstageism | Ageism Special Interest Group - British Society of Gerontology
This is great news and congratulations to Mahler Claudia #HRC60. #TogetherAgainstAgeism
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Canadian Coalition Against Ageism (CCAA) @ccaageism.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
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
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
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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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 13/09/2025
A deeply concerning report from @helpage.bsky.social www.helpage.org/investing-in...
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Global aid’s gender equality failures
In a world that claims to prioritise gender equality, older women have been left on the sidelines.
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Ethical Marketing News @ethicalmarket.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
£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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Canadian Coalition Against Ageism (CCAA) @ccaageism.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
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: cstu.io/4c2915
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AGE Platform Europe @ageplatformeu.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
🆕 Our July'25 newsletter is here: bit.ly/4lDSb0B 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶-𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲! 📖 See more highlights in the full newsletter #AGEPlataformEurope #CoverAGE
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
Thank you to everyone who participated in our first online event this morning. Great to have participants from across the UK with a wide range of expertise and experience united in a common cause #TogetherAgainstAgeism We’re looking forward to what we can achieve together.
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
Thank you to everyone who participated in our first online event this morning. Great to have participants from across the UK with a wide range of expertise and experience united in a common cause #TogetherAgainstAgeism We’re looking forward to what we can achieve together.
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AGE Platform Europe @ageplatformeu.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
🆕 Our June'25 newsletter is here: bit.ly/3GaQLLG AGE Conference Recap: discover key highlights and watch video testimonies from both young and older participants, sharing their views on intergenerational solidarity. 📖 See more highlights in the full newsletter #AGEPlataformEurope #CoverAGE
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
It’s great to be at #BSG2025 and we’re delighted that the President @profmhyde.bsky.social has signed up to be a member of the Ageism SIG! #TogetherAgainstAgeism
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
We're there. Looking forward to a good conference...
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AGE Platform Europe @ageplatformeu.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
📣 #WorldElderAbuseAwarenessDay Campaign by Marvow Project Some things are invisible - until they aren’t. 👉Learn how to spot the signs around you: www.marvow.eu/unseen-no-more #ViolenceAgainstOlderWomen #WEAAD2025 #WorldElderAbuseAwarenessDay #WEAAD #MARVOW #EndElderAbuse #ProtectOlderWomen
Things that are hard to seeYour cat when it's time for the vetA virusViolence against older women
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
Ending Ageism, Together: What’s Possible When We Join Forces? Thursday, 17 July 2025 from 10:00 to 11:30 (BST) We would love you to join us our first collaborative discussion on combatting #ageism. If you are not a member do join us and get tickets by Emailing BSGAgeismSIG@britishgerontology.org
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 21/06/2025
So good to see this. Congratulations @ageingbetter.bsky.social and everyone
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British Society of Gerontology @britishgerontology.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
What's happening at #BSG2025? Day 1 PM continued... 14:45 Posters – check out our fantastic selection of posters during the coffee break 16:30 Parallel sessions – 11 sessions to choose from!
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Age Cymru @agecymru.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
See me, value older age . There is no age limit. Have you seen our new film highlighting the impact of ageism? To understand more about the campaign, visit our website. agecymru.wales/humanrights or call 0300 303 44 98 #AgeWithoutLimitsDay
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Sending our best wishes to everyone taking part in @agewithoutlimits.bsky.social action day tomorrow. Let’s celebrate ageing and challenge ageism #AgeWithoutLimitsDay #TogetherAgainstAgeism
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
We'll be there
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Vivensa Foundation @vivensa.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
By funding projects that bring together academic researchers and community organisations, we aim to foster collaborations that result in real-world impact for older people. Here are some tips on how to get community-engaged research projects right: vivensafoundation.org.uk/award-holder...
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
We have just launched our newsletter with a wide range of content about #ageism. Researcher? Practitioner? Policy maker? Older person? Go to mailchi.mp/fc7a81dfb089... Sign up, too, for future copies and become part of a group working #togetheragainstageism BSGAgeismSIG@britishgerontology.org
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Issue No. 1
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
Do have a read of Steve's blog in which he argues for greater political commitment and fundamental change to banish #ageism www.linkedin.com/posts/bsgage... #togetheragainstageism
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Steve Milsom, a member of our Steering Group, has been working on ageism… | Ageism Special Interest Group - British Society of Gerontology
Steve Milsom, a member of our Steering Group, has been working on ageism and age discrimination since 1997, firstly as a senior civil servant in Welsh Government and since retirement in 2013 as an old...
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BSG Care Homes SIG @bsgcarehomes.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
A reminder that we have our online SIG #AGM tomorrow 05.06.25 3-4pm BST with special guest speaker @hdemcop.bsky.social talking about the past, present, and future of #carehomes #research. Registration details below. See you there! @enrichscotland.bsky.social
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
Definitely worth a read. A refreshingly positive view of ageing. www.imf.org/en/Publicati...
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The Longevity Dividend
Aging populations should be embraced, not feared
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 31/05/2025
A welcome post from @drdmacaskill.bsky.social focused on ageism, its history and the implications in Scotland. It includes some practical recommendations to treat older people as citizens to be 'honoured, included and celebrated'. scottishcare.org/dignity-has-...
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Dignity has no use by Date: the ongoing challenge of ageism in Scottish society
This extended blog is the substance of a speech given to the EVH conference on the 17th May. Thank you for being here. Thank you, too, for turning up to a conversation which if surveys
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BSGAgeismSIG @bsgageismsig.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
We’ll be attending #IntergenerationalSolidarity #TogetherAgainstAgeism
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