What is Human Resource (HR) Policies and Procedures

The aging workforce faces obstacles in a youth-obsessed society. Ageist assumptions dominate the airwaves, where society celebrates youth while undervaluing older people. These stereotypes permeate as companies marginalize older people while sending veiled messages that diminish their worth. Older people endure barriers, whether seeking new opportunities or promotions. Ageism is widespread, and hiring and retention practices often neglect older workers. The disregard for more senior talent results from ageist stereotypes. These biases ignore older employees' worth. Employer mistreatment of older employees signals their lack of commitment to diversity. Employers must implement non-ageist HR initiatives while continuously holding themselves accountable for executing fair employment policies. This chapter explores ageist issues, controversies, problems, and steps employers must take to create and implement non-ageist hiring and retention policies to safeguard a diverse workforce.