Events / Ageism: What it is, how it hurts and how to combat it

Ageism: What it is, how it hurts and how to combat it

March 14, 2022
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

This seminar is part of the monthly Issues in Aging series that highlights current research and perspectives on aging-relevant issues from experts in medicine, social work, psychology, law and more.

This event will take place virtually via Zoom webinar. Please register to receive your unique link to attend.

About the Speaker

Nancy Morrow-Howell, PhD, MSW

Bettie Bofinger Brown Distinguished Professor of Social Policy, Brown School and director, Harvey A. Friedman Center for Aging

Dr. Morrow-Howell’s research, advocacy and educational efforts have centered around changing work environments and employment policies to enable people to work longer; restructuring educational institutions so that individuals can educate themselves across the life course; enabling older adults to engage in volunteer and service work; and supporting caregiving to facilitate involvement and reduce negative effects.