Im joined by Alica Forneret, founder and executive director of PAUSE, a non profit focused on supporting communities of color through grief and end of life. Her work honors how we handle grief in the workplace, in our personal relationships, publicly and very specifically, the grieving process for People of color and diverse identities.
And in this discussion, Alica shares her personal journey through grief after losing her mother and her vital work advocating for more compassionate approaches to death and mourning. You’ll Discover how systemic inequities, workplace policies, and cultural perceptions shape our experiences with loss, and also learn practical steps to advocate for yourself and others in challenging times.