*NEW* Unpacking and Addressing Ageism

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This module delves into the complexities of ageism, the stereotypes, prejudices, and discriminatory practices based on a person’s age. Participants will examine how ageism impacts individuals across the lifespan—from youth to older adults—focusing on both explicit and implicit biases in personal, workplace, and societal contexts. The module encourages participants to critically reflect on age-related assumptions, explore the systemic structures that perpetuate ageism, and consider the intersection of ageism with other forms of oppression, including sexism and racism. Participants will gain tools to identify and address ageist attitudes and practices, learning strategies to advocate for more inclusive, age-positive environments.

This module can be applied to the Anti-Oppression Foundations Certificate Program offered by the Office of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Western.

Module format: It is asynchronous and can be completed 100% online.

Duration: The module can be completed in approximately 2 hours.

Cost: free for Western constituents.

How to Register for the Training on OWL

  1. Click on the “Register for the Unpacking and Addressing Ageism" button below.
  2. Login to your OWL account using your email address and password.
  3. Click “Yes, add me” to join the worksite.
  4. Click on the “Instructions” tab on the menu to the left.
  5. To be recorded as having successfully completed the module, you must take a quiz once you’ve completed the module and obtain 80% or higher. The quiz can be re-taken multiple times until successful completion.

After completion of the module

Please use our submission form to upload your certificate of completion. If you do not upload the certificate using our form, it will not be recognized towards the Anti-Oppression Certificate.