Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to present alternative ways of addressing inequality in age-friendly work by drawing attention to the limitations of place-based approaches in meeting the needs of dispersed communities. Design/methodology/approach: A case study of the age-friendly programme Ambition for Ageing (AfA) is used to explore three examples of working with minority communities. Findings: Place-based age-friendly development risks further marginalising older people belonging to dispersed communities of identity or experience; therefore, we need to adopt adopt an intersectional approach to inequality in later life. Practical implications: Three ways that age-friendly programmes may become more inclusive of minority groups who are geographically dispersed are identified: bringing community members together; co-production; and supporting visibility in mainstream settings. Originality/value: This paper brings together insights from the AfA programme, critically assessing place-based approaches in relation to working with dispersed communities of identity. It offers some ways to mitigate limitations through adopting tailored equality approaches.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 110-119 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | Working with Older People |
Volume | 27 |
Issue number | 2 |
Early online date | 6 Sept 2022 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 30 May 2023 |
Keywords
- Age-friendly
- Co-production
- Dispersed communities
- Inequalities
- Intersectionality
- Place-based approach