Speaking of Words

It’s always exciting to learn your conference proposal has been accepted. Here’s what I pitched:

“As professionals in HR, communication, and training, we’ve learned to choose our words well and steer away from phrasing that carries bias, negative meaning, and hidden microaggressions. But there’s one area where prejudice and dismissiveness are still a common part of everyday language: Talking about aging and older adults.”

“This session takes a deep look at where ageism hides in the language we use, and how research supports a more informed, accurate, and inclusive approach.”

It’s called …

“Don’t Believe What You Say About Aging”

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