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Ageism as a barrier to employment
The Hon. Susan Ryan | May 21, 2013In her speech at the GAP/ACHR Conference on Productive Ageing on Friday 17 May 2013, Age Discrimination Commissioner, the Hon. Susan Ryan, explored how ageism is the major barrier in continuing a productive working life for Australians passing their 50s.
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Microfinance – contributing towards a better world
Rob Haggett | May 21, 2013It has been hailed as a ‘miracle cure’ to end global poverty. Rob Haggett from microfinance initiative Good Return explains how microfinancing has the potential to be a powerful tool in helping poor people around the world.
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Productive Engagement
Heidi Holmes | May 20, 2013In discussions about mature workers, the focus is too often on ageism and negative stereotypes. Heidi Holmes, Managing Director of Adage, a job board and online community for experienced workers aged 45 plus, offers solutions in relation to older jobseekers.
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A future without age
Catherine Fritz-Kalish | May 16, 2013A select audience of policy makers, business leaders and academics came together for the GAP/ACHR Conference on Productive Ageing on Friday 17 May. GAP’s General Manager, Catherine Fritz-Kalish, explains why we need to discuss the employment situation of mature Australians.
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Genocide in Guatemala: The Conviction of Efrain Rios Montt
Binoy Kampmark | May 15, 2013A Guatemalan court has sentenced Efrain Rios Montt, the former Guatemalan military dictator who ruled during a brutal civil war, to 80 years in prison for genocide and crimes against humanity. Binoy Kampmark from RMIT University provides some background to the landmark ruling.
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Immunisation saves lives
Steve Hambleton | May 14, 2013New figures for national immunisation rates have raised concerns about Australian parents failing to immunise their children. Dr Steve Hambleton, federal president of the Australian Medical Association, urges all families to follow vaccination guidelines.
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Are senior Australians being squeezed by the cost of living?
Tim Adair | May 14, 2013The cost of living remains a major political and social issue for older Australians. The rising cost of health care in particular is a concern for an ageing population, says Dr Tim Adair from National Seniors Australia.
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Love the ones you’re with: An Ode to Older Workers
Leanne Faraday-Brash | May 13, 2013While prejudices against older workers still persist, organisational psychologist and executive coach Leanne Faraday-Brash argues that they deserve as much respect and appreciation as our younger employees.
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Walking in a sea of pink this Mother’s Day
Sharon Morris | May 10, 2013The annual Mother’s Day fun run and walk is a very special way to celebrate Mother’s Day. The community event raises funds for research and increases awareness of breast cancer, says Sharon Morris from Women in Super Mother’s Day Classic.
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Kiss Goodbye to MS
Open Forum | May 10, 2013An initiative of MS Australia, Kiss Goodbye to MS calls on people with multiple sclerosis (MS), their friends, family and colleagues to raise funds for vital research into a cure of the disease. During the month of May, MS Australia asks everyone to wear red lipstick, dare others to go red and share the message with special Kiss Goodbye to MS events throughout Australia.
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Navigate the employment landscape: use your age to your advantage
Heidi Holmes | May 9, 2013For the mature age person seeking employment the process of finding a job can seem daunting. Heidi Holmes, Managing Director of Adage, a job board and online community for experienced workers aged 45 plus, shares some ideas on how to approach the job hunt.
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Still a long way to go for Australia’s gun laws
Sam Lee | May 8, 2013After the Port Arthur massacre in Tasmania 17 years ago, Australia’s gun laws were significantly tightened. With Firearm Consultative Committees full of pro gun lobby groups, there is still a lot to be done, says Samantha Lee from Gun Control Australia.
