Webinar on Challenging Ableism in Ageism Work

The American Society on Aging (ASA) is hosting a Learning Lab on Challenging Ableism in Ageism Work. This webinar will explore the intersection of ageism and ableism, how biases appear in policies, language, media, and how advocacy can be inclusive of all older adults, especially those living with disabilities. 

Participants will: 

• Hear from leaders and peers working at the intersection of ageism and ableism
• Reflect on assumptions about aging and ability
• Engage in dialogue and practice reframing narratives toward interdependence and equity

Presenters:

• Colleen Arnold, CEO, Marin Aging and Disability Institute
• Alison Barkoff, associate professor and program director at the Hirsh Health Law and Policy Program, Milken Institute School of Public Health, George Washington University
• Eli Gelardin, director, San Francisco Office on Disability and Accessibility
• Tracey Gendron, executive director, Virginia Center on Aging

This webinar will take place on Tuesday, August 12 at 1:00 p.m. ET. 

Click here to register for the webinar.