Executive Certificate in Intersectionality and Aging
Published on June 27, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with Dr. Jane Smith, the lead instructor for the new Executive Certificate in Intersectionality and Aging. Dr. Smith, can you tell us about your personal experiences that led you to teach this course? GUEST: Absolutely, I've spent over two decades working in healthcare and social services, and I've seen firsthand how factors like age, gender, race, and class can intersect to create unique challenges for older adults. HOST: That's fascinating. Could you share some current industry trends that are relevant to this course? GUEST: Certainly, there's a growing recognition that our aging population is incredibly diverse, and that traditional one-size-fits-all approaches to healthcare and social services are no longer sufficient. We need to understand and address the complex needs of different demographics. HOST: I see. What are some of the challenges faced in the field or while teaching this subject? GUEST: One of the main challenges is helping students understand the depth and complexity of intersectionality. It's not just about adding diversity to existing programs, but about fundamentally rethinking our approaches to care and inclusion. HOST: That sounds challenging, yet rewarding. Finally, how do you see the future of this area or industry? GUEST: I'm optimistic. I believe that as we continue to explore and understand intersectionality, we'll be better equipped to create equitable, inclusive programs and policies that improve the quality of life for all older adults. HOST: Dr. Smith, thank you for your insights and for helping to advance this important conversation. To our listeners, if you're a professional in healthcare, social services, or government, consider enrolling in the Executive Certificate in Intersectionality and Aging. Together, we can become champions for equity in aging.
