EXPRESSIONS OF INTERSECTIONALITY IN OLD AGE THROUGH NARRATIVE RESEARCH AND PHOTO EXHIBITION
2024

Exploring the Lives of Older Women Through Art

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Author Information

Author(s): Shulyaev Ksenya, Band-Winterstein Tova, Dekel Tal, Eisikovits Zvi, Nashef-Hamuda Reem

Primary Institution: University of Haifa

Hypothesis

How do older women from marginalized identities experience aging?

Conclusion

The project highlights the unique experiences of older women shaped by age and additional marginalized identities.

Supporting Evidence

  • The project creates a visual documentary to represent the lives of older women.
  • Artwork from the project was exhibited publicly to raise awareness about discrimination against older women.
  • The exhibition will be a permanent online display to further educate the community.

Takeaway

This study shows how older women from different backgrounds share their stories through art, helping others understand their challenges.

Methodology

The project used visual narratives and in-depth interviews to explore the experiences of older women.

Limitations

Limited representation of older women at the crossroads of multiple social disadvantages.

Participant Demographics

Older women from diverse minority groups in Israel, including lesbian/transgender individuals, women with disabilities, Israeli Arabs, and immigrants.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.1137

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