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Age Bias in It: The Reality Behind the Rumors
Credit: Victoria Seniors
Age bias: Some consider it IT's dirty little secret, or even IT's big open secret.
Most high-tech employers would likely deny that age discrimination is an issue at their company. But many IT workers over 50 beg to differ, saying they have experienced age bias or know someone who has.
The bias can take several forms, they say. Their salaries might stagnate. They might have few or no opportunities for advancement. They might not be included in training and professional development programs. And they could be the first to be laid off and the last to be hired. As a result, they may be hit harder by the recession.
From Computerworld
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