Dispersed communities in age-friendly work: an intersectional approach to place-based working

Sarah Wilkinson, Luciana Lang, Sophie Yarker

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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 languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)110-119
Number of pages10
JournalWorking with Older People
Volume27
Issue number2
Early online date6 Sept 2022
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 30 May 2023

Keywords

  • Age-friendly
  • Co-production
  • Dispersed communities
  • Inequalities
  • Intersectionality
  • Place-based approach

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