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Reimagining age equality at work

Culture

There’s an ambivalence in age discrimination law. Now, age equality needs a voice to ensure a more equal future in the workplace.

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Australian Human Rights Commissioners outline the challenges and solutions for marginalised workers post-COVID

By Chris Woods

Career Advice

The Mandarin asks six commissioners at the Australian Human Rights Commission for their thoughts on what the new normal means for their respective groups, what government support should look like, and what research they can point to do back-up their concerns and solutions.

Australian Human Rights Commission launches free age-inclusive workplace training program in NSW

By Chris Woods

Career Advice

The’Willing to Work’ report made a whopping 56 recommendations broken into three key themes, including suggestions for broader education and training programs.

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Too many older workers feel ignored. Here’s how managers can get them back on board

By David Donaldson

Career Advice

How can organisations keep older workers engaged and productive? Start by asking what physical or role tweaks would help, says HR expert Professor Carol Kulik.

Employers seeing increased value in older workers

By David Donaldson

News

Organisations are becoming more used to hiring older workers, with some of the key markers of workplace ageism declining, according to a major survey of human resources staff.

Susan Ryan's guide to ending discrimination in public sector jobs

By Stephen Easton

Career Advice

Workforce diversity is not just about a fair go, it’s also increasingly seen as a smart business decision. A new report lays out a plan for government to create opportunities for people with disabilities and older Australians.

Campaign for older workers? APS has doubled its veterans

By Harley Dennett

News

The Employment Minister launches Power of Oldness anti-discrimination campaign. But his public service portfolio appears to have a retirement problem.

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