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Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End It

Thursday, September 29, 2022 • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Ageism UnmaskedLocation:
St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Upper Commons (9505 Gayton Road, Richmond)

Dr. Tracey Gendron, chair of the Department of Gerontology at VCU and executive director of the Virginia Center on Aging, will discuss topics covered in her new book, Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End It.  

In the book, Tracey challenges stereotypes and discrimination based on age while sharing strategies to help create an anti-ageist society. Following her talk, Tracey will answer audience questions.  She will also sign copies of her book, which will be available for purchase at the event.  One lucky attendee will win a free copy!

For more information on Dr. Gendron and her research, please visit https://www.traceygendron.com/.

Thursday, September 29 from 6 to 7 p.m.

Co-sponsored by Our Lady of Hope and St. Mary’s Woods.


Join us for a pre-event reception at St. Mary’s Woods!
4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Refreshments and light hors d’oeuvres.  Community tours will be available.
Please park at St. Mary’s Catholic Church where a shuttle will be provided.


Details

Date:
Thursday, September 29, 2022
Time:
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Venue

St. Mary’s Catholic Church
9505 Gayton Road
Richmond, 23229 United States
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