Exploring Inequities in Work and Volunteering Among Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Matz Christina, Ryu Byeongju, Miller Julie
Primary Institution: Oxford University Press US
Hypothesis
How do race, gender, and socioeconomic status impact work and volunteering opportunities for older adults?
Conclusion
The symposium highlights the inequities faced by marginalized older adults in work and volunteering, emphasizing the need for further research.
Supporting Evidence
- Research shows that marginalized older adults face significant barriers to work and volunteering.
- The symposium includes studies on volunteerism, self-employment, gender wage disparities, and ethnoracial differences.
Takeaway
Older adults should have the chance to work and volunteer, but many face unfair barriers based on their background.
Methodology
The symposium includes a scoping review and several studies examining various aspects of work and volunteering among older adults.
Potential Biases
Potential biases in how marginalized groups are represented in research.
Limitations
The research may not fully capture the complexity of lived experiences among older adults.
Participant Demographics
Older adults, particularly those who are economically marginalized.
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