ECCV has identified the need to plan for innovative programs and responses in the area of volunteering and mature age employment in order to fully utilise the potential, expertise and skills of culturally diverse seniors.
Older people from culturally diverse backgrounds contribute in many different ways to the community. Many older people give back to the community through volunteering in mainstream or ethno-specific organisations. Through working and volunteering, seniors feel valued and top up their age pension, remain socially engaged and develop or expand their skills.
ECCV is aware that older culturally diverse job seekers often find it difficult to re-enter the workforce after having had caring roles or losing their job. ECCV believes that more can be done in Victoria to address the specific issues of culturally diverse mature age job seekers. ECCV further highlights that ageing is a natural, continuous, life-long process for all people. Employment and volunteer policies and programs should be age-friendly, intergenerational, and culturally appropriate.
This position paper summarises key findings, based on ECCV consultations, provides recommendations and outlines a way forward.
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