Evidence – Insight – Action

Our Purpose

The Age Diversity Forum leads independent research exploring how age, inclusion and work intersect.
We turn evidence into action, helping organisations, policymakers and professionals understand how age diversity drives innovation, fairness and sustainable growth.

Our work informs decision-making, shapes policy, and supports cultural change across generations.

“Age inclusion is not a generational issue – it’s a shared opportunity.”

Our Approach

Our research combines quantitative analysis, qualitative evidence, and real-world insight from organisations worldwide.

We partner with employers, academics and policymakers to:

  • Analyse workforce trends and participation data

  • Conduct interviews, focus groups and case studies

  • Translate findings into practical guidance and policy recommendations

We believe that rigorous research and real-world collaboration are the twin foundations of progress.

2026 Research Agenda

The Forum’s 2026 research builds on foundations and extends our inquiry into the global forces shaping inclusion and sustainability.

Key themes include:

  • The Age Inclusion Dividend – measuring the value of age-diverse teams.

  • AI and Automation – addressing algorithmic age bias.

  • The Longevity Economy – redefining careers for a 100-year life.

  • Young Voices, Future Leadership – empowering new generations.

  • The Demographic Shift – our flagship 2026 study on ageing, retirement and skills in transition.

📊 Read our 2026 Research and Insights Outlook ›

Partner With Us

Our research thrives on collaboration. We invite organisations, researchers and policy professionals to work with us to generate new evidence and shape future studies.

Ways to get involved:

  • Contribute anonymised workforce data to our research.

  • Participate in interviews or case studies.

  • Sponsor or co-brand a research project.

  • Join our expert roundtables and working groups.

“Every organisation has an age story. We invite you to help us tell it.”

📩 Contact the Research Partnerships Team: [email protected]

Our Research Series

Our studies form the foundation of The Age Diversity Forum Research Series,  a growing body of evidence on the realities and benefits of age inclusion.

Each publication builds on the last, connecting data, policy and practice to move the conversation from awareness to action.

📘 Explore the full series ›

Stay Connected

Stay up to date with our latest findings, events and calls for collaboration. Follow The Age Diversity Forum on LinkedIn for research releases, partner features and event announcements – where you can subscribe to The AGEnda  – our monthly newsletter bringing the latest insights and analysis on age inclusion in action.