Age Inclusive Leadership

Did you know that ageism is the most widespread discrimination in the UK? Or that according to research, and despite a recruitment crisis across many sectors, only 4 in 10 employers are open to hiring people aged between 50 and 64?

Working with the University of Edinburgh Business School, we have developed our Age Inclusive Leadership workshop, the only course of its kind in the UK.

We use our combined research and expertise to raise awareness around age discrimination and age inclusion in the workplace.  We use digital media to facilitate group discussions to explore the unique combination of challenges that older workers can face, and the unique opportunities intergenerational teams offer organisations who are dedicated to age inclusion and diversity.

This workshop will also raise awareness of the valuable role that older workers play and look at how to increase retention, improve recruitment and ensure healthy knowledge transfer, as well as a happy and productive working environment.

As a result of attending this workshop, attendees will:

• develop a greater awareness of the potential for ageism in the workplace
• feel more able to identify potential age-related challenges in the workplace
• have an increased understanding of the role of a line manager in supporting older workers
• have a greater understanding of how organisational culture can influence an older worker's experience in the workplace
• feel better equipped to handle challenging conversations around age.

Age Inclusion Awareness Webinar

We can also offer a 1-hour introductory awareness raising webinar for all staff.  The session looks at the key demographic information about Scotland and it’s workforce as well as the benefits of intergenerational teams.

You can also contact our sales team on sales@agescotland.org.uk or call us on 0131 668 8045