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Age-positive language guide
A practical guide to the words, phrases and images that portray older people fairly. Written for researchers, writers and communicators working in ageing.
TYPE
Guide
PUBLISHED
29 September 2021
Ageism is a common experience in Australia, and research shows its negative impacts on health and wellbeing are significant.
For this reason, we’ve developed Strategies for combatting ageism through age-positive language. The guide provides practical examples of how words, phrases and images can better portray older people and combat ageism, particularly in research.
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