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Opportunities, challenges & tensions: linking the ageing and disability rights agendas Inequalities in ageing and disability Thursday 26th January 2012 This seminar will explore differences and commonalities that contribute to socio-economic and health inequalities amongst older and disabled people. Particular attention will be paid to the accumulation of inequalities over the lifecourse and how policies can moderate or amplify these inequalities. Keynote speakers include: Professor Eric Emerson - Lancaster University Professor James Nazroo - Manchester University Jim Elder-Woodward - Convenor of the Scottish Government's Steering Group on Independent Living in Scotland Ian Buchan - Independent Age Facilitated by some of the key thinkers, policy-makers and activists in this field, this seminar aims to open up opportunities for original and innovative debate on key issues for policy and practice in the UK. It is anticipated that these debates will also have wider resonance for the developed world. Attendance is free but places are limited if you are attending in person. Places are available if you wish to view the seminar via webcam. Participants are expected to cover their own travel and accommodation costs. A limited number of small travel bursaries are available (a maximum of £55.00) for postgraduate research students and unwaged. To apply, applicants should indicate their desire to be considered for a bursary on their Expression of Interest form Registration and Contact Details If you would like to come to this seminar or would like to attend virtually through Adobe Connect please fill out the 'Expression of Interest' form available at: http://www.lancs.ac.uk/shm/research/seminars/esrc-seminar.php ---------------------------------------------------------------- This message was sent through the Ageing in Europe mailing list. Please visit the homepage of the ESA Research Network on Ageing in Europe at http://www.ageing-in-europe.org ----------------------------------------------------------------