
As women age, they are more likely to be living in poverty than men. This disparity is due to several factors, including the gender wage gap and women being more likely to experience career disruptions, such as caring for loved ones. These factors contribute to a lack of personal income and savings available to women over the age of 55 and older. Older women may experience additional barriers to economic security in later life due to their experiences of gender-based violence, including economic abuse and employment sabotage.
This project will raise awareness of the financial and social needs of women over the age of 55. Through collaboration with key stakeholders, including older women with lived experience and community agencies, the project will develop and deliver education and capacity building to improve awareness of family violence and intimate partner violence among different populations of older women.
Publications
Infographic: Violence Against Older Women
Infographic: Violence Against Older Women Risk Factors and Barriers
Infographic: Promising Practices for Agencies to Engage Older Women
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For more information, please contact:
Jessica Pratezina
Education and Research Manager