February 19, 2020
Finding a common language for the intergenerational workplace
The Juanita C. Grant Foundation has done extensive research on the workforce development challenges facing people ages 50+. Growing pressures exerted on this age group have resulted in forced retirement through downsizing and longer lengths of unemployment due to age bias. S. Orlene Grant wrote a blog post for us about the ways workplaces can develop synergy across generational lines.
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Apply now for NISC leadership positions
Our National Institute for Senior Centers (NISC) is looking for senior center professionals with a commitment to innovation and best practices to apply for several national volunteer positions that will be opening on the NISC Executive Committee in the summer of 2020. NISC is searching for a Chair Elect, as well as chairs of the Improving Health and Economic Security teams.
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Coming up...
- Census 2020 and Older Adults: Reaching the Hard to Reach: We all have a role to play in ensuring that Census 2020 engages everyone. This webinar will showcase ways government agencies and officials, nonprofits, advocacy organizations, and philanthropy can educate communities about the Census's impact on essential services for older adults and their families. Feb. 27 @ 2 p.m. ET
- Nominate a Trailblazer in Aging: Let’s recognize the best and brightest in the field of aging! We’re looking for trailblazers—individuals and organizations paving new paths on the road to aging well for everyone. Submit a nomination by March 4.
In case you missed it...
- Take part in the first-ever Boost Your Budget Week: Benefits can be life-changing for older adults, but millions aren’t enrolled. To change that, we’re sponsoring the inaugural Boost Your Budget Week April 13-17. Join us! Help spread the message by using our posters, social posts, and more.
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