In the UK Ageism is the most prevalent form of discrimination. This project raises awareness of ageism across the UK by hacking traditional historic markers. Ageism is the kind of thing we've been programmed to fear. Purple plaque aims at recognizing the people who have did extra ordinary things. Everybody is capable of doing anything despite their age.

This project raises awareness of ageism across the UK by hacking traditional historic markers 

A portrait-based campaign by Michael Lindenberger & Nancy Fingerhood to raise awareness of age discrimination in the workplace & let people know they are not alone

I, Too, Am Qualified

Two feminine presenting people and a masculine presenting person in between them who are posing for a selfie with string lights in the background.

Sharp video about the value of older workers + resources for employers & employees

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Using stories to showcase diversity in the UK & find ways to end age discrimination—for good

Independent Age

Olders from around the world describe how ageism affects them

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About this resource:	In the UK Ageism is the most prevalent form of discrimination. This project raises awareness of ageism across the UK by hacking traditional historic markers. Ageism is the kind of thing we've been programmed to fear. Purple plaque aims at recognizing the people who have did extra ordinary things. Everybody is capable of doing anything despite their age.
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