HUMAN CAPITAL OF WORKERS OF OLDER AGE: AGEISM IN THE PRESERVATION AND TRANSFER OF KNOWLEDGE

The article examines the impact of ageism on the retention and transfer of knowledge by older workers in the context of persistent workforce aging and growing labor shortages. The study demonstrates that age-based discrimination disrupts the functioning of human capital by creating barriers to the participation of older employees in learning, professional development, and intergenerational knowledge exchange. The article reveals how negative employer stereotypes and the decline of organizational identification among older workers hinder the accumulation and reproduction of knowledge within the organization. The paper presents data confirming the increasing share of older employees in the employment structure and emphasizes the need to adapt HR policies to new demographic conditions. The author identifies key factors that impede intergenerational knowledge transfer and proposes measures to promote an age-inclusive work environment. The findings highlight that overcoming ageism is essential for preserving human capital and ensuring the sustainable development of organizations.