Grief is contextual — it is influenced and impacted by personal and social factors. Identity is multifaceted and this intersectionality can create complex encounters or paradoxical experiences for people when they are grieving. Join us in this webinar where we will explore inclusive practices to support people who are grieving and the multifaceted layers that can impact grief.

When someone dies, it is not uncommon for people to assume that our relationship with the person (or people) was a positive one. Navigating grief after the death of someone in our lives can be inherently complex, because relationships are complex. Just like grief, there can be complicating factors that make a loss even more challenging – especially mental health issues, abuse, substance use, unresolved conflict, or estrangement were involved. Join us in this webinar where we will discuss the challenges people face when grieving the death of someone with whom they had a complex and complicated relationship.

Navigating the reality of a family member living with an advanced serious illness can be complex and overwhelming. Children and teens are deeply impacted by the ongoing presence of a serious illness in their daily lives. The uncertainty, role changes, and grief they experience can leave lasting impacts. In this webinar, we will explore the unique challenges faced by children, teens, and families living in the shadow of serious illness. We’ll discuss the needs of children at various developmental stages, the importance of honest and age-appropriate communication, and how professionals and caregivers can provide meaningful support during these critical moments. Join us as we navigate this uncharted territory together, centering the voices and needs of the youngest family members during times of profound change.

Being grief-informed sets the foundation for understanding and responding to the needs of people who are grieving someone in their life who has died. Misassumptions lead to misunderstanding and mistreatment. Tune in for more information on this important topic, including the ten core principles of grief-informed practice.

When a child or teen experiences the death of someone important in their life, caring adults often want to help but may feel unsure about what to say or do. This interactive, skills-based training offers practical, grief-informed strategies for communicating with young people who are grieving in ways that foster connection, safety, and support. Participants will learn key listening skills, explore helpful responses to grief-related situations, and identify approaches that build trust while honoring each young person's unique grief experience. Designed for adults who live, work, or volunteer with youth, this session focuses on simple, meaningful actions that can make a lasting difference.

While any type of death can leave families feeling isolated, some are met with more shame and stigma than others. Deaths from suicide, homicide, substance use, or certain illnesses may evoke disapproval or blame toward the person for how they died, distracting from who they were and how they lived. This webinar explores the unique challenges faced by children and teens who are grieving a stigmatized death. We will discuss the profound emotional complexities, including the guilt, blame, powerlessness, and fear, that can accompany these losses. Join us as we consider best practices for challenging stigma and providing meaningful support for children and families who are grieving a death that may be shrouded in silence and judgment.

The end of year holidays can be especially challenging for children, teens, and families who are grieving. In this webinar, we’ll explore various considerations during the holiday season for families who are grieving (e.g., expectations, pressures, rituals) and helpful ways to support families this holiday season.