We advocate for the unique needs of our communities.

Who We Are

Founded in 2010, the Diverse Elders Coalition (DEC) advocates for policies and programs that improve aging in our communities as racially and ethnically diverse people; American Indians and Alaska Natives; and lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender (LGBT) people.

What We Do

As the Diverse Elders Coalition, we produce original policy analysis and resources, speak with policymakers and advocates to highlight the issues of our communities and share solutions, and work to ensure the needs and perspective of diverse elders are at the forefront of national and local conversations on aging.

Our Member Organizations

  • NAPCA
    (National Asian Pacific Center on Aging)
  • NCBA
    (National Caucus and Center on Black Aging, Inc.)
  • NHCOA
    (National Hispanic Council on Aging)
  • NICOA
    (National Indian Council on Aging)
  • SAGE
    (Advocacy and Services for LGBT Elders)
  • SEARAC
    (Southeast Asia Resource Action Center)

From The Blog

The importance of clinical research in diverse communities

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The importance of clinical research in diverse communities

One of the biggest obstacles in achieving health equity for diverse populations is the lack of diversity in clinical research.

Although gender equity advancements have been made through the inclusion of white women, clinical research lacks diversity, with minimal representation from racial and ethnic minority groups. In the last three decades, older adults, preg…

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Recent Posts

Celebrating the Wisdom and Resilience of AANHPI Older Adults: Stories of Heritage and Legacy

Celebrating the Wisdom and Resilience of AANHPI Older Adults: Stories of Heritage and Legacy

As we commemorate both Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Older Americans Month this May, it is a perfect time to honor the rich tapestry of experiences and contributions of older adults within the AANHPI communities. This…

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DEC Releases Policy Priorities to Address Needs of Diverse Older Adults

DEC Releases Policy Priorities to Address Needs of Diverse Older Adults

In collaboration with our six national member organizations, the Diverse Elders Coalition (DEC) is excited to share its new Policy Priorities to focus the attention of policymakers on the urgent needs of the growing number of diverse older adults in the United States….

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Women’s Equality Day: Addressing the Wage Disparity among Women

Women’s Equality Day: Addressing the Wage Disparity among Women

Celebrating Women’s Equality Day! As we look back at the historic day when women in the United States were granted the right to vote in 1920, it’s essential to understand that the journey toward true equality is far from over. A significant issue that remains…

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Resources for Diverse Aging

The Diverse Elders Coalition offers a variety of multimedia resources, including original research and policy reports, fact sheets, webinars, and more, aimed at ensuring that our diverse communities can age successfully with dignity, greater self-sufficiency and in the best possible health.

Featured Resource

Curious about other resources DEC has to offer?

Visit our Resources for Aging page to discover more!

Our Member Organizations

National Asian Pacific Center on Aging

National Caucus and Center on Black Aging

National Hispanic Council on Aging

National Indian Council on Aging, Inc.

SAGE Advocacy & Services for LGBT Elders

Southeast Asia Resource Action Center