Research and Analysis
The Inclusive Workplaces for Senior Workers (INSPIRER) project included a comprehensive research study and international survey based on interviews and questionnaires conducted across the partner countries. The study examined how organisations address generational diversity in the workplace, the extent to which they consciously manage age-related challenges, and what models and practices they use to support employees aged 55 and over. The findings provided valuable insights into current workplace practices and informed the development of practical tools and recommendations for creating more inclusive, age-friendly working environments.
The comprehensive international survey aimed to:
- assess the current state of workplace inclusion,
- identify the challenges faced by organisations across different countries,
- explore the attitudes of managers and employees towards diversity and inclusion,
- analyse the opportunities and barriers to implementing reverse mentoring.
The survey findings showed that while most organisations are open to inclusive workplace practices, many still lack structured and practical tools to put them into practice. Addressing this gap is one of the project’s main objectives.