Intersectionality: Inequalities and Vulnerabilities in Older Adulthood

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As we age, we grow more diverse. When groups differ across such areas as gender, race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, immigration status, and/or sexual orientation and identity, disparities may result from inequalities that privilege some older adults while disadvantaging others. These differences influence every aspect of our life course. This course addresses aging from an intersectional approach, highlighting how older adults’ experiences over time are influenced by their identity and membership within social contexts that situate them within systems of inequalities and related vulnerabilities. We also will learn more about professional options for working with and advocating for older adults in need.