Second Mission explained
Because people are living longer and healthier lives than ever before, the age at which retirement occurs is being pushed forward. For many, late career is a time when they can embark on something new: work which is healthy and sustainable, offers new challenges, and gives a sense of pride. A little support from employers, government, unions and community groups can help older workers use their skills in new ways. This website tells the stories of older workers who make a career change and take on a second mission.
UNDERSTANDING SERVICE LEAVERS AGED 50+
Leaving the Armed Forces and looking for civilian work can be a challenge for veterans of any age but can be especially hard for veterans leaving after 50. Click here to find out what groups like the Forces Employment Charity are doing to support Service leavers 50+.
UNDERSTANDING MIGRANTS AGED 50+
Migrants face careers marked by uncertainty, discrimination and language barriers. Click here to find out what community groups like Dragons Voice, AllFM and the Wai Yin Society are doing to give older migrants a say in designing work and deciding what their second mission looks like.
UNDERSTANDING SERVICE LEAVERS AGED 50+
Leaving the Armed Forces and looking for civilian work can be a challenge for veterans of any age but can be especially hard for veterans leaving military service after 50. Click here to find out what stakeholders like the Forces Employment Charity are doing to support Service leavers 50+.
UNDERSTANDING MIGRANTS AGED 50+
People come to the United Kingdom looking for new opportunities, but migrants often face careers marked by precariousness, discrimination and language barriers. Click here to find out what community groups like Dragons Voice, AllFM and the Wai Yin Society are doing to give older migrants a say in what their second mission looks like.
UNDERSTANDING FIRE FIGHTERS AGED 50+
Firefighting is a rewarding and widely respected career serving society. But not every firefighter can meet the physical and mental demands of the job and may be looking for a second mission. Click here to learn more about the experiences of firefighters in Cleveland Fire Brigade and what they have to offer employers.
RESEARCH PROJECTS BY PROFESSOR MATT FLYNN
Professor Matt Flynn of the University of Leicester School of Business is the Director the Centre for Research into the Older Workforce. He has carried out research for the UK government, European Commission, and a variety of funding bodies like UK Research Council and British Academy. He has produced good practice guides for employers on making work attractive to older workers; constructing phased retirement pathways; and making the best use of skills and talents in intergenerational work teams. He has worked with organisations like the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development and Trades Union Congress to promote the value of recruiting and developing talent across the lifecourse.
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