Insight to Action Ageing Well

As the UK population continues to age and retirement ages shift, the psychological challenges and opportunities of an older workforce have never been more relevant. The "Insight to Action: Ageing Well" seminar, hosted by the BPS in Leicester, brings together experts in occupational and developmental psychology to address how organizations and individuals can prepare for longer working lives. This event moves beyond theoretical discussion to provide actionable strategies based on the latest psychological evidence regarding cognitive health, workplace inclusivity, and the transition to late-career roles.

The seminar will explore how psychologists can help design work environments that support the physical and mental wellbeing of older employees. This includes looking at "age-positive" recruitment practices, the psychological impact of menopause in the workplace, and the importance of lifelong learning and skill adaptation. Participants will gain insight into how to combat ageism within corporate cultures and how to foster intergenerational mentoring programs that benefit both younger and older staff members.

Key sessions will focus on the "psychological contract" between employers and older workers, examining how motivations for work change as people enter their 50s, 60s, and beyond. Speakers will present case studies of successful interventions that have improved retention rates and job satisfaction among senior employees. The event is particularly timely as the BPS looks to influence national policy regarding work-life balance and health at work, making it a must-attend for HR professionals and organizational consultants.

The Leicester venue provides a central location for this important discussion, inviting practitioners from across the Midlands to share their experiences. Attendees will leave with a comprehensive toolkit for implementing age-friendly policies that are grounded in psychological theory but designed for real-world impact. This event is a call to action for the psychological community to lead the way in creating a society where ageing is viewed as an asset rather than a liability in the professional sphere.