University of Regina Centre on Aging and Health Presents Ageism Unmasked by Dr. Tracey Gendron
The Centre on Aging and Health’s 2023-24 Distinguished Public Lecture presents Dr. Tracey Gendron, chair of the Virginia Commonwealth University Department of Gerontology and director of the Virginia Centre on Aging.
Dr. Gendron is an internationally recognized gerontologist and author of the book Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End It.
To create a culture built on age-inclusion, a new image of aging is needed to disrupt ageist and ableist thought and behavior within ourselves, communities, policy and culture.
This presentation translates decades of research on age discrimination into actionable steps to overcome ageism and ableism both personally and professionally. Dr. Gendron explores the forces that have shaped our understanding of aging and what it means to be old.
The presentation is free to the public and media are welcome to attend.
Details:Date: Thursday, March 7, 2024
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: University Theatre, Riddell Centre, Main Campus
Immediately following the lecture Dr. Gendron will be available to autograph her book which will be offered for sale by the campus bookstore outside the theatre.
NOTE: Dr. Gendron is available for phone or Zoom interviews in advance of the lecture, and in-person interviews on the morning of March 7, 2024. Interviews can be arranged via the contact noted below.
For more information:Dr. Thomas Hadjistavropoulos
Professor of Psychology, University of Regina
Research Chair in Aging and Health
Phone: 306-585-4457
Email: Thomas.Hadjistavropoulos@uregina.ca
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