Equity in University Programs for Older People in Latin America

Abstract

This work presents a qualitative study on equity and accessibility in university programs for older adults in Latin America. Seven semi-structured interviews were carried out that collect the different barriers, difficulties and adaptations that are made within these educational devices. Among the results, the authors find the limited access of people with disabilities or diversities as well as the lack of educational support to address diversity in these organizations. Therefore, it is necessary to work to achieve greater levels of equity in these programs.