Gathering in Grief

Gathering in Grief is an ongoing, peer-supportive space inspired by the idea of “companioning” in grief—walking alongside others without trying to fix or solve. It offers an opportunity to connect with employees across all IU campuses who are navigating grief and to share space for stories, comfort, resources, and understanding. Above all, it serves as a reminder that grief is easier to carry when you’re not carrying it alone. This space welcomes anyone experiencing loss—whether through death, estrangement, separation, the ending of relationships, or the loss of animals or any other meaningful part of one’s life. When attendance is larger, self-selected breakout rooms on related themes will provide smaller, more comfortable spaces to share experiences, ask questions, and learn from others based on your experiences and needs. You are welcome to register for one or both date options. If you are unable to meet either time, but are interested in being a part of this community, you can join IU Grief Support Community Microsoft Teams group at: teams.microsoft.com/l/team/19%3AHBQItBkG8OJ3MjgY3HkxdJfxCcMGzyTA-MihM1HqpaE1%40thread.tacv2/conversations?groupId=75137d3f-5b37-4e02-ad6d-b04d969cd192&tenantId=1113be34-aed1-4d00-ab4b-cdd02510be91 Coordinated by: Sara Kinder, MSW, LCSW; Work + Life Coordinator for Healthy IU, IU Human Resources