PAUSE invites Folks of Color who work in end-of-life to join us for an evening of connection, resourcing, and nourishment. We all know this work is incredibly special and important - we also know that this work can be hard and isolating. Our team is excited to create space for you to find community and maybe even some rest.
Please join us if you identify with end-of-life, death, and grief work in any capacity - whether you’re a death doula, mental health professional, healthcare professional, creative, author, faith leader, funeral professional, or otherwise!
Attendees can expect:
- Connection: We aim to create a welcoming and nourishing container for people who work in end-of-life to connect through an art-based activity.
- Spotlights: Each evening we’ll highlight a number of special projects, resources, and people attending the event
- Resourcing: Engage in meaningful discussions with prompts
- Nourishment: If PAUSE is gathering humans, you can count on there to be snacks, drinks, and nourishment ;)
Register today! There is limited space for attendees as we’re hosting this with the intention of making it an intimate gathering.
*Accessibility Requirements
If you have any questions about this gathering, please email hello@timetopause.org.
Alica Forneret (she/her) is an educator, speaker, and consultant dedicated to creating new spaces for people to explore grief and grieving. She is the Founder and Executive Director of PAUSE, a nonprofit focused on supporting Communities of Color through grief and end of life. Alica's writing and work about grief, work, and race have been featured in The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, Psychology Today, Huffington Post, GQ, and more.
Stevie Luna Ibarra (they/she) has 12+ years of experience in program development, direct clinical services, research, and systems-level advocacy. With a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from UC Santa Cruz, and a Master’s degree in Social Work at CSU Long Beach, they are passionate about providing heart-centered support as an Associate Psychotherapist with the Pink Moon Healing Collective, and as the co-host of the Bleeding Hearts Club podcast.
PAUSE is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting people of color through grief and end of life with safe, culturally-sensitive, and expert-informed resources. We offer digital and in-person resources and programming serving individuals, companies, and deathcare professionals.
