AARP EMPLOYER PLEDGE
AARP.
USA.
Program Description
“We believe in equal opportunity for all workers, regardless of age, and that 50+ workers should have a level playing field in their ability to compete for and obtain jobs. Recognizing the value of experienced workers, we pledge to recruit across diverse age groups and to consider all applicants on an equal basis as we hire for positions within our organization.”
source: aarp.org
Employers who sign the AARP Employer Pledge agree to creating a workplace that:
- Believes in equal opportunity for all workers.
- Recognizes the value of experienced workers.
- Recruits across diverse age groups and consider all applicants on an equal basis, regardless of age.
- Believes that 50+ workers should have a level playing field in their ability to compete and obtain jobs.
Employers who take the AARP Employer Pledge will have access to benefits such as: AARP online career fairs, tools and resources along with discounts on job board postings and a media kit to help announce their commitment to the AARP Employer Pledge.
Older adults have shown to have higher emotional quotient skills, help overall performance and productivity, serve as better mentors to younger workers and have less employee turnover.
Older adults who are looking for employment can access the AARP Job Board for job opportunities with companies that have signed the Employer Pledge Program
source:aarp.org
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