Preparing for an aging workforce
Other sources
Experts from many international, regional and national agencies generously share their views, experiences and findings on skills, helping policy-makers among other stakeholders to understand the linkages between education, training and the world of work, and how to integrate skills into national development planning to promote employment and economic growth.
Older workers
Access for all to good quality education, vocational training and workplace learning is a fundamental principle of social cohesion and economic growth. Some groups of people may require targeted attention if they are to benefit from education, training and employment opportunities.
This is particularly the case for disadvantaged youth, lower skilled workers, people with disabilities, and people in rural communities. The attractiveness of vocational education and training is enhanced when combined with entrepreneurship training and when public policies encourage utilization of higher skills by business.
Research papers
Working papers, reports, and other publications from international organizations, academic institutions and bilateral agencies. Research findings to stimulate informed debate on skills, employment and productivity issues.
Executive Summary
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the SHRM Foundation have launched an initiative recognizing the value of older workers and identifying -- through original research -- the best practices for employing an aging workforce. The Executive Summary provides a full overview of the survey findings. The detailed survey results are presented in a three-part series:
• Part 1: State of Older Workers in U.S. Organizations
• Part 2: Recruitment and Retention
• Part 3: Basic and Applied Skills
The basis of these materials is the Older Workers Survey, which collected comprehensive information on the aging workforce.
Human resources development
Older workers
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