Innovation & Social Impact

An examination of issues facing a dramatically changing workforce.

Understand why Americans are working longer and how employers can support their wellbeing through workplace design.

Exploring the evidence underlying a complex labor market for workers 50 and older.

Study finds most employers have advanced only a few age-specific efforts.

Expanding MPAs supports work, economic opportunity, and the continuing contributions of older adults.

The changing nature of the workplace presents challenges and opportunities for older workers and employers.

Employers must balance and recognize strengths of employees’ general and firm-specific experiences.

How employers measure up on seven key elements of age-friendliness amid the multigenerational workforce.

Supporting an aging workforce is not about preparing people to leave; it is about preparing organizations to evolve.

A Reverse Mentorship Program at Land O’Lakes helps employees connect across generations.

Purpose‑centered employment strengthens workforce longevity, advances equity, and assists older adults.

The workforce is aging, talent shortages persist, and traditional staffing models no longer reflect reality—all a strategic advantage for those organizations willing to adapt.

Older workers continue to be treated as an afterthought in workforce strategy.

Research shows promise aligning technology, training, and the realities of work across the life course.

Training, supportive services, and stronger policies can help turn disruption into opportunity for older workers.