Dear Colleague:
There are two exciting trends that are exploding both in the United States and globally: diversity and aging. As we move farther into the 21st century, the intersection of these two characteristics will have more profound implications on public policy, programming, service delivery, marketing, outreach, the workplace and the marketplace. Aging and diversity will touch us whether we are 50 and older or 50 and younger. The question is, are we prepared?
AARP will be holding a Diversity and Aging in the 21st Century conference, June 8-10, 2009 at the Marriott Downtown Hotel in Chicago. The theme of the conference is the Power of Inclusion. It promises to be enlightening, provocative and educational. We hope you can join us!
About the Conference
The Diversity and Aging in the 21st Century Conference is designed to address the challenges faced by diverse populations as they age. It will purposefully bring together the field of diversity and the field of aging to examine their impact on our society. While we strive to recognize and accept our individual differences – race and ethnicity, sexual orientation/identity, gender, current physical and mental abilities, socio-economic status or in the way we choose to express our spirituality – we also understand that there is power in inclusion. This conference will set the tone for continued dialogue and examination of the pressing issues challenging an aging and diverse society.
Who Should Attend
Managers and administrators, health care professionals, marketing and business professionals, social service and other professionals in the field of aging, diversity practitioners and others interested in the intersection of diversity and aging and its impact on the marketplace and the workplace.
Why You Should Attend
The Diversity and Aging Conference will give you an opportunity to:
· Learn about emerging trends, cutting-edge research and innovative programs in the fields of diversity and aging as well as how to best put this information to work at your organization.
· Learn about the issues faced by older people from diverse communities.
· Network with colleagues and prospective collaborators.
· Build personal and professional cultural competence.
· Receive Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Registration Fees
Regular Registration (March 1-June 1, 2009) $250
On-Site Registration $300
The conference fee of $250 entitles you to all conference sessions, the Celebrate Chicago event, meals, and the pre-conference sessions and activities.
For more information, contact diversity@aarp.org
Call for Proposals
We encourage you to attend and to submit a Call for Proposals to present at the conference. Below is a link to the conference Web site, where you will also find the Call for Proposals. You can also address your questions to diversity@aarp.org or (202) 434-3611.
www.aarp.org/diversityandaging
Proposal submissions are due Feb. 27, 2009.