Dying Matters | How employers can support staff in times of grief & bereavement

Every year, people around the country use Dying Matters Awareness Week as a period to encourage all communities to talk about death in whatever way, shape or form works for them.

Organised by Hospice UK and taking place from May 6-12th, this year’s campaign,  ‘The way we talk about Dying Matters’, offers a unique opportunity for HR leaders to nurture open conversations around death and grief in the workplace, by emphasising the language used when addressing death, grief, and terminal illness. 

By participating in this campaign, workplaces can champion a culture of compassion and understanding that improves well-being and promotes inclusivity.

No one wants to think about their loved ones or themselves passing away. But with everyone experiencing grief one time or another in their lives, the importance of normalising these conversations is essential.