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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewAn insightful comparison of how different societies struggle to maintain their rich heritage of beliefs and traditions in the face of increasing institutionalization and age-segregation. This work is an important contribution to the field, filling an obvious gap in the literature about the essence of intergenerational exchange, its powerful consequences, and an emerging body of knowledge about effective programming from an international perspective. -- Elizabeth Larkin, Ph.D., University of South Florida
?a 'must read' for all those in the intergenerational movement, educational, health and social services, social, cultural, political, and economic development, and anyone who is interested in discussions about finding better ways that generations can learn to live together. -- Margaret Ann Nicholls, PhD, University of Waikato * Journal Of Intergenerational Relationships *
This book is timely in its appearance. . . It brings together a range of contributions from individuals who have clearly helped shape our understanding of the intergenerational field from a number of different perspectives. > -- Jeff Thomas, Ph.D., Professor and Director for International Education IBO, University of Bath
This book is timely in its appearance. . . It brings together a range of contributions from individuals who have clearly helped shape our understanding of the intergenerational field from a number of different perspectives. -- Jeff Thomas, Ph.D., Professor and Director for International Education IBO, University of Bath
An insightful comparison of how different societies struggle to maintain their rich heritage of beliefs and traditions in the face of increasing institutionalization and age-segregation. This work is an important contribution to the field, filling an obvious gap in the literature about the essence of intergenerational exchange, its powerful consequences, and an emerging body of knowledge about effective programming from an international perspective. -- Elizabeth Larkin, Ph.D., University of South Florida
…a 'must read' for all those in the intergenerational movement, educational, health and social services, social, cultural, political, and economic development, and anyone who is interested in discussions about finding better ways that generations can learn to live together. -- Margaret Ann Nicholls, PhD, University of Waikato * Journal Of Intergenerational Relationships *
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 Conceptual Issues: A Conceptual Framework for Cross-Cultural Comparisons of Intergenerational Initiatives; Challenging Intergenerational Stereotypes Across Eastern and Western Cultures; Strengthening Intergenerational Bonds through Volunteerism: A G Chapter 3 National and Regional Profiles: North America: Advancing an Intergenerational Agenda in the United States; Intergenerational Teaching and Learning in Canadian First Nations Partnership Programs; Intergenerational Programs and Possibilities in Chapter 4 Pacific & Asian Region: Intergenerational Initiatives in Singapore: Commitments to Community and Family Building; Intergenerational Initiatives in the Marshall Islands: Implications for Promoting Cultural Continuity; Intergenerational Programs in Ja Chapter 5 Europe: Intergenerational Community Building in the Netherlands Chapter 6 Intergenerational Engagement in the UK: A Framework for Creating Inclusive Communities; German Pupils and Jewish Seniors: Intergenerational Dialogue as a Framework for Healing History Chapter 7 Latin America: Intergenerational Relationships in Latin America and the Caribbean; Cuba: Fertile Ground for an Intergenerational Arts Movement Chapter 8 South Africa: Intergenerational Initiatives in South Africa: Reflecting and Aiding a Society in Transition Chapter 9 Time to Organize: Organizing at the National Level: Lessons Learned from the U.S. and Japan; Creating an "International Consortium for Intergenerational Programs"
