Dr. Andrew Steward is an assistant professor of social work at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Helen Bader School of Social Welfare. Dr. Steward’s research explores gaps in understanding and responding to ageism through two primary aims: 1) to test programs and interventions to reduce internalized ageism and enhance psychosocial health for older adults, and 2) to explore the intersectionality of ageism with other social justice issues. Currently, Dr. Steward is partnering with several community organizations to evaluate a 10-session anti-ageism peer support program for adults 50+ years of age called Aging Together. This group program, facilitated by trained older adults, aims to reduce internalized & relational ageism and enhance psychosocial well-being among older adults.

Dr. Steward currently serves as an advisory board member for the “Addressing Ageism in Healthcare” initiative through AARP & the Gerontological Society of America, and as an advisory committee member for the initiative “Reframing Aging and Disability in Wisconsin.” He is an editorial board member for the Journal of Gerontological Social Work and Journal of Intergenerational Relationships.

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