# Conclusion

Ageism is often hidden, but it can seriously affect our dignity, and wellbeing and opportunities to live and age well. By completing this course, you’ve taken an important step in understanding what ageism is, how it impacts older people, and the role we can all play in stopping it.

Now, let’s make a difference:

- Share this free course with friends, family, and colleagues.
- Talk about what you’ve learned - start conversations that challenge ageist attitudes.
- Take action to make sure older people are treated with respect and fairness.

The more people understand, recognise and challenge ageism, the closer we get to ending it. Together, we can make it happen.

OpenLearn - Ageism and age discrmination
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