Introducing the TILDA Connecting Generations Award: A New Opportunity for Students to Address Ageism and Ageing in Ireland
Posted on 1st April 2025
TILDA (The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing) is excited to announce the launch of the TILDA Connecting Generations Award, a new initiative inviting undergraduate and postgraduate students at Trinity College Dublin to explore themes of ageism, intergenerational connection, and the positive aspects of ageing through creative and reflective work.
Supported by Elliott and Cathy Maisie of The MASIE Learning Foundation and Broadway/Ireland Connection, this award offers a platform for students to challenge stereotypes and provide fresh perspectives on ageing in Ireland. The award is an opportunity to engage with critical conversations on ageing, fostering both creative and academic responses to age-related issues.
Award Categories:
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Creative / Media Prize: Submit an original video, photograph, painting, or illustration addressing themes such as intergenerational connection, challenging stereotypes about ageing, and flourishing in later life.
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Essay or Journalism Prize: Write a short essay or opinion piece reflecting on ageism, the challenges of ageing in Ireland, and solutions to combat ageism.
Prizes:
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€500 for the winning entry in each category
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Winning entries will be showcased at the TILDA Connecting Generations Event (date TBC) and may be featured on TILDA and Trinity College Dublin platforms.
Key Dates:
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Submission Deadline: 1st July 2025
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Showcase & Awards Event: Date TBC
This initiative not only provides students with the opportunity to share their voices on ageing but also allows them to contribute to research-inspired storytelling and engage with a growing community of changemakers.
For full submission guidelines and to enter, visit the TILDA Connecting Generations Award Submission Page.
Why Participate?
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Share your voice on how we think and talk about ageing in Ireland
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Have your work featured in a public event at Trinity College Dublin
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Contribute to meaningful research-inspired creative engagement
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Win a cash prize and be part of a growing community of changemakers
For queries, contact: tilda@tcd.ie (Subject: "Connecting Generations Prize")
Acknowledgements:
This award is made possible through the generous support of Elliott and Cathy Maisie of The MASIE Learning Foundation and Broadway/Ireland Connection, in recognition of their commitment to ageing research and intergenerational engagement at TILDA.
This article was written by Dr Deirdre O’Connor, Research Communications Officer for TILDA.