The Global Campaign to
Combat Ageism’s story
Let’s talk about something important:
Ageism.
It's a big deal for creating a fair world where we respect and protect the dignity and rights of every person.
Think about it: age is often one of the first things we notice about someone, just like gender and race.
We tend to categorize people based on their age, and that's where ageism comes in.
It's all about the stereotypes (how we think), prejudice (how we feel), and discrimination (how we act) directed at others or even ourselves because of age.
But here's the thing:
If we change the way we think, feel, and act towards age and ageing, it benefits individuals and societies, creating a world that's better for everyone.
Check out the first United Nations Global report on ageism.
It brings together the best evidence on the nature and impact of ageism, along with strategies to combat it.
Ageism affects us throughout life in different ways.
Maybe you've been made fun of or denied opportunities because of your age.
It's pervasive and sneaky because it often goes unnoticed and unchallenged.
Shockingly, one in two people globally holds ageist views against older folks, and in Europe, younger people report more age discrimination.
And ageism isn't just hurtful; it has serious consequences for health, well-being, and human rights, costing societies billions.
For older people, it's linked to poorer health, social isolation, financial insecurity, and even early death.
Younger people experience ageism too, in areas like employment, health, and housing.
Here's the kicker: the way we think about our own ageing affects our future health and well-being.
Ageism interacts with ableism, sexism, and racism, compounding disadvantages and holding people back from reaching their full potential.
