Women are drivers of the Silver Economy. They live longer, carry disproportionate caregiving responsibilities, and often face systemic barriers linked to age and gender. Yet they also bring the vision, resilience, and leadership required to redefine aging and unlock opportunities that can strengthen economies and societies for all. This new report from GCOA’s WISE Council…

As global populations age, the need for businesses to recruit and retain older workers becomes increasingly vital. This new report, together with GCOA member Bank of America, explores the importance of embracing this demographic shift, not only to combat ageism but also to enhance organizational success and foster healthier communities. Employee benefits packages, including health…

A June 2023 report from Bank of America and the AgingWell Hub at Georgetown University explored how Millennials and Gen Z are redefining “workplace wellness.” The report was based on a survey of attitudes and priorities among 1,032 working-age Gen Z and younger millennials (ages 24-35) as these young adults return to the office. The…

In June 2023, a new Bank of America report revealed striking disconnects between employer and employee perceptions of support around menopause. The report, developed in partnership with the National Menopause Foundation, surveyed 2,000 female workers and 500 benefit managers on menopause and its impacts in the workplace. Half of peri- and post-menopausal women (51%) reported…

In August 2022, Georgetown University’s AgingWell Hub released its the first No Normal Retirement Journey Map and Guide, a practical and interactive tool for re-imagining and charting paths to and through retirement. The Journey Map draws on the expertise of twenty-nine of the world’s leading experts on life in retirement – including GCOA CEO Mike…