Educator + Gerontologist
What happens when you combine a passionate personality with a love for aging? You get an Age Enthusiast, someone who’s excited to explore, educate, and talk about all things aging!
Christina Peoples is a Gerontologist and founder of Gero-What?!. She's passionate about educating people on the aging process. Her interests are in the intersection of ageism, racism, and the impact these overlapping identities have on an individual as they advance in age.
She has a Master of Science degree in Gerontology with a concentration in aging and business, which was obtained from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. However, she credits her gerontological foundation to the Historically Black College/University, Winston-Salem State University (WSSU).
ADVOCATE FOR AGE-INCLUSION
AGE ENTHUSIAST
As an Age Enthusiast, Christina is here to break down barriers, challenge stereotypes, and celebrate the beauty and diversity of the aging process. From sharing thought-provoking discussions to equipping others with tools to enhance their own aging experience, her mission is simple: to inspire a fresh perspective on what it means to age.
OUR ROOTS
In 2018, after multiple rejections in the field of aging, Christina took matters into her own hands and launched Gero-What?!® She saw a need for more representation of Black voices in the field of aging. Her vision was to create a platform that not only educates and empowers but also challenges the way society views aging.
Gero-What?!® was born out of resilience and a commitment to amplifying underrepresented perspectives, making aging relatable, inclusive, and accessible for all.
FUN FACTS
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Christina is a lover of R&B and infuses this love into her work
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The name Gero-What?!® comes from the common challenge of pronouncing "Gerontology," making it approachable and memorable for anyone.
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Gero-What?!® isn’t like any other platform, it adds a touch of humor and fun while educating about aging.