What Comes Next? Moving from Ageism Awareness to Action

Hannah Albers is passionate about building communities where all people can thrive at every age. As Director of Program Development at the National Center to Reframe Aging, she leads national efforts to improve the way we talk about aging, challenge ageism, and promote narratives that reflect the full value and potential of all of us as we age. Hannah guides the development of innovative programs, resources, and partnerships that help advocates, policymakers, and organizations across the country reframe conversations about aging. She’s a nationally recognized speaker and facilitator, known for translating research into practical strategies that inspire action and create lasting social change. Before joining the National Center, Hannah worked with a senior services organization, where she built expertise in project management, strategic planning, leadership development, and data analysis—and played a key role in launching a grant-making initiative focused on community based supports for older people. She holds a degree in International Business and Global Service from Valparaiso University.

Patricia M. D’Antonio, BSPharm, MS, MBA, BCGP is Vice President of Policy and Professional Affairs for the Gerontological Society of America (GSA) and a board-certified geriatric pharmacist. Ms. D’Antonio directs GSA’s policy initiatives and is responsible for developing relationships with organizations in the aging arena. She represents GSA on several policy coalitions and serves as co-chair for the Adult Vaccine Access Coalition, president of the board of the Protecting Access to Pain Relief, and a member of the steering committee for several federally focused coalitions. Ms. D’Antonio is also the executive director for the National Center to Reframe Aging, the central hub to advance the long-term social change endeavor designed to improve the public’s understanding of what aging means and the many ways that older people contribute to our society. She received her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from Duquesne University and her Master of Science in Health Finance and Master in Business Administration with a concentration in health care from Temple University. She completed a residency in administration and finance at The Philadelphia Geriatric Center.

Rajean Moone is committed to advancing a more just and age-inclusive society where everyone can live and age with dignity and respect. He serves as Faculty Director of the University of Minnesota's Long-Term Care Administration Program and Associate Director of Policy for the Center for Healthy Aging & Innovation, where he advances aging policy, education, and leadership. Beyond the University, he serves on the Governor's Council on an Age-Friendly Minnesota and the boards of the Minnesota Association of Geriatrics Inspired Clinicians and the Stevens Square Foundation. Trained in psychology, gerontology, and social work, Rajean is a Fellow of the Gerontological Society of America and the Hartford Foundation, a McNair Scholar, and a Health and Aging Policy Fellow. He was named a PBS Next Avenue Influencer in Aging and received the Minnesota Gerontological Society's Outstanding Gerontologist Award for his contributions to the field.

Jasmine Vaughn-Hall is a Baltimore native who spent much of her life as a bicoastal kid. She graduated from California State University, Northridge. As a Baltimore community enterprise reporter, she aims to tell robust stories about the people, quirky traditions, challenges and solutions in different parts of Charm City. Jasmine was awarded first place in Division III of the Keystone Media Awards in 2020 for her columns. She has also been selected for fellowships and trainings with the Poynter Institute and the Maynard Institute for Journalism Education.