Exploring Ageism with the Gerontology Institute | Ithaca College
Exploring Ageism with the Gerontology Institute Ithaca College
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The Ithaca College Gerontology Institute Community Book Discussion
The Ithaca College Gerontology Institute invites you to join a community book discussion on the important topic of ageism. This event is open to the public and encourages people of all ages to participate. What better way to learn from different perspectives than from an intergenerational group. This is a great learning opportunity for our students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias & How to End It by Tracey Gendron
The book selected for this event is Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias & How to End It by Tracey Gendron. The Finger Lakes Geriatric Education Center (FLGEC) has a limited number of copies available for individuals to borrow. (Preference given to community members).
Join in the conversation, invite your class to participate, share with your circle of friends. We are looking for people of all ages to participate in this 4-part series.
Pick a time that works best for you!
- Monday’s at 10 AM (Oct 23, 30, Nov 6, 13) with Professor Mary Ann Erickson
- Wednesday’s at 7 PM (Oct 25, Nov 1, 8, 15) with FLGEC Student Interns (IC Public & Community Health Students)
Visit our page for more information and to register
SDGs, Targets and Indicators
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SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
- Target 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status.
- Indicator: The article discusses the importance of an intergenerational group participating in the community book discussion, which promotes social inclusion and reduces age bias.
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SDG 4: Quality Education
- Target 4.7: By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including among others through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship and appreciation of cultural diversity and of culture’s contribution to sustainable development.
- Indicator: The article encourages students, faculty, staff, and community members to participate in the community book discussion, promoting education on ageism and the importance of intergenerational perspectives.
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