The Gerontological Society of America (GSA), the largest interdisciplinary organisation devoted to the field of aging, has just named a group of exemplary professionals as its newest fellows. Among these is Sarah Vickerstaff, Professor of Work and Employment at the University of Kent’s School of Social Policy, Sociology and Social Research.
The status of fellow – the highest class of membership within the Society – is an acknowledgment of outstanding and continuing work in gerontology. This recognition can come at varying points in an individual’s career and can acknowledge a broad scope of activity. This includes research, teaching, administration, public service, practice, and notable participation within the organization.
Sarah’s work focusses on the changes to the relationship between paid work and the life course, in particular at the end of working life. She is currently conducting a study, Extending Working Lives, which contributes to knowledge about the processes and factors which exert influence on working in later life, with the aim of enhancing policy development and employer practices.
On receiving the news, Sarah said “I am delighted to become a Fellow of the GSA. and to join such an illustrious band of scholars working on issues about ageing.”
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