Neurodiversity and Childhood Bereavement
ZoomNeurodiversity affirms cognitive diversity, opposes the view that there is one “normal” type of cognitive functioning, and reduces stigma for folx who identify as neurodiverse. Nevertheless, there has been a […]
Sculpting Solace: Facilitating Grief Work through Sandplay Therapy
ZoomParticipate in this interactive presentation to deepen your understanding of sandplay as a therapeutic modality in grief work. Through a combination of experiential learning and theoretical insights, discover how the […]
Introduction to Grief Support Series | How to Develop and Implement School-Based Grief Support
ZoomIt is imperative that schools are able to provide grief support to bereaved students to ensure that they are not significantly impacted relationally, academically, or emotionally. When adequate grief support […]
Effective Story Telling in Grant Writing
ZoomWriting a strong grant proposal goes beyond answering individual questions—it requires a compelling, unified story that resonates with funders. This beginner-friendly webinar will provide essential strategies for crafting clear, concise […]
Introduction to Grief Support Series | The Invisibility of Child Sibling Bereavement
ZoomDespite its significant occurrence, sibling bereavement is the most understudied area of bereavement. This session will examine why the sibling relationship is so important, the effects of sibling death across […]
Cultivating inclusivity for children and all abilities in funeral planning and participation
ZoomThe process of planning a funeral is a multifaceted endeavor involving significant considerations such as cultural traditions, accessibility, religious/ spiritual beliefs, communities, and the ability to derive meaning from the […]
Introduction to Grief Support Series | Homicide Loss 101
ZoomHomicide loss brings up complex emotions, challenges, and experiences that often complicate the grief process for individuals, children, and families. Persons experiencing homicide loss must navigate the legal system, potentially […]
Silent Suffering: Supporting Youth Grieving Stigmatized Loss
ZoomThis session will focus on supporting individuals who have experienced a stigmatized loss, including loss by suicide, homicide, and addiction. Presenters will review grief occurrence data for children and youth, […]
Compassion Fatigue in the Death Industry
ZoomWhile the value of compassion in deathcare has gained increased attention, it remains a neglected focus of training. Vicarious trauma leading to compassion fatigue is changing the way professionals think […]
The Future of Grief Camps: Themes and Standards in a Changing World
ZoomThere are so many ways we are seeing shifts in how we support youth and families experiencing grief, from shifting camp models to creating more accessibility throughout a program. While […]
In Today’s World: Cultivating Collective Intercultural Wellbeing and a Sense of Belonging in the Community
ZoomIn today’s multiple pandemics of oppression, mass trauma, forced migration, COVID-19, and climate change, there is sustained traumatic stress with corresponding opportunities to heal. Historic, collective, and intergenerational trauma have […]
Creating the Container for Us: How to Hold Space for Ourselves and Each Other After a Student Death
ZoomHow might we build our skills and visions for how we will come together as staff after student loss? How might we make sense of school-based loss, and how that […]