Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council supports Age-Friendly Employer Pledge to tackle ageism

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is supporting Age Without Limits Day 2026, showing its commitment to tackling ageism and promoting positive ageing across the Borough. 

Through the Age Friendly Programme, Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council will work with partners, businesses and local communities to promote inclusion, participation and respect for older people. 

Councillor Tanya Stirling, Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Age Friendly Champion, said: “Ageism can often go unnoticed because it is so normalised in everyday life, but the impact it has on people’s confidence, opportunities and wellbeing can be significant.

“By supporting the Age-friendly Employer Pledge, Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is sending a clear message that older people are valued members of our workforce and communities.”

Karen Mailey, Head of Organisation Development and Human Resources at Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, said: “As an employer, we recognise the benefits that a diverse and multi-generational workforce brings.

“Older employees contribute a wealth of experience, skills, resilience and knowledge that strengthens organisations and communities alike.

“Supporting the Age-friendly Employer Pledge reflects our ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive workplace culture where staff of all ages feel supported, respected and able to develop throughout their careers.”

Mailey added: “Challenging ageism is not just the right thing to do – it also helps create stronger, more innovative and more compassionate workplaces.”