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LGBTQ Concerns
The State of LGBTQ Dignity 2020
Concerns over discrimination, job security, and retirement savings weigh on LGBTQ adults.
Solo Agers
Solo Agers Are Optimistic About Quality of Life
Despite facing potential challenges, solo agers are optimistic about the quality of their lives as they age.
PRIDE, YES, BUT...
Many Black LGBTQ People Cannot be Fully Themselves Everywhere
There is a need for LGBTQ organizations to be more representative and inclusive of the Black LGBTQ community.
Consumer Fraud
AARP Vital Voices: Consumer Fraud Among U.S. Adults Ages 45+
Reports on fraud incidence, concern, fraud protection, and social isolation questions asked in AARP's Vital Voices survey.
COVID-19 and the African American Community
Vital Voices: The Impact of COVID-19 on the African American Community
Survey on the impact of the pandemic and vaccine acceptance in the African American community.
Older Adults Missing from Online Media
Do Images of Older Americans Reinforce Stereotypes?
An analysis of online media images finds adults ages 50-plus are under-represented and often stereotyped.
Impact of Racism Among Black Americans
Vital Voices: Experiences of Racism & Discrimination in the African American Community
Racism makes economic security more difficult for older African Americans, underscoring the need for decent jobs and education.
Representing Women in Media
Women Seek More Authentic Representation of Aging in Media and the Marketplace
Pandemic stress puts renewed emphasis on inner health and self-care among Black and Latina women age 50-plus.
Latinos on Beauty and Personal Grooming
Latinos and Beauty as We Age: A Cultural Reflection
Latinos of all ages are highly involved in beauty and personal grooming, yet older Latinos feel ignored by brands and advertisers.
