Anthropology News seeks contributions for a thematic issue on aging and the life course. In 2008, AAA welcomed a new interest group in this area, responding to the increased visibility of aging populations and their needs. Many regions are experiencing growth in elderly populations, or are otherwise involved with this issue through, for example, the migration of eldercare workers or reinterpretation of generational roles. Proposed articles may address a variety of topics related to this theme, including (but not limited to):

• Kin and community relationships
• Demographic change
• Poverty and economic restructuring
• Labor/employment
• Cultural and linguistic heritage
• Human and civil rights
• Religion and ritual practice
• Biocultural perspectives on growth and development
• Gender and sexuality
• Physical and mental health and well-being
• Long-term care
• Death and bereavement

Early submissions are encouraged.