Interview: The shameful truth about age discrimination at work

One in six Human Resources professionals say they wouldn’t consider hiring people aged 65 and above. Research conducted by the Australian HR Institute in partnership with the Australian Human Rights Commission shows ageism is rife in Australian workplaces - even as businesses are crying out for workers. Dr Kay Patterson AO, Age Discrimination Commissioner for the Australian Human Rights Commission, speaks to Sean Aylmer about the objections to older workers, what can be done to overcome them, and the terrific example being set by businesses like Bunnings. Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.