2021 Dying to Know day events page
Welcome! You’ll be able to find a mixture of events and gatherings, some from the GroundSwell Project and others from communities around Australia who want you to know about their event. Some events will be online (via zoom or other platforms), many will be in person again (pending COVID restrictions). We will be showcasing many events so stay tuned to our Facebook page.
We always encourage events to be held anytime during August and it’s also okay if you decide to hold your event during any other month. Please register your event so we know what’s happening around the country.
It’s important to note that The GroundSwell Project does not endorse or represent all the events you find here, these are events designed by the community, and The GroundSwell Project recommends you attend based on your own judgement..
Covid information and Update as at Thursday 22 July
As we near the month of Dying to Know Day it’s important that everyone continues to monitor the ever-changing landscape of restrictions in place. Whether you are hosting an event or attending an event, please be sure you understand current conditions and restrictions relevant to your location via the Australian Government Dept of Health website.
Events are being held through to the end of the year to accommodate the uncertainty of restrictions happening State to State. If you would like support to convert your event from face to face to online (virtual) please just reach out to our campaign manager. via cherelle@thegroundswellproject.com.
Check out our events below.
We have many communities in the process of organising events throughout the year. We will be updating the events page most days.
Whether your event is public for others to attend, or you simply want to share what you’re doing, you decide if you want it posted or not, click on the link to the left and we can add it to our events page or simply record it on our events register.
A collaborative community information session
What have you always been dying to ask?
Join us for a collaborative event with Miindala, Barefoot Funerals, Sim Elizabeth Death Doula, Lissa Carmela Death Doula, Gabby the Funeral Photographer and Tafe students.
Speak to those that have made their own coffin
Ask a Death Doula
Have a conversation about bereavement support
Ask a funeral director
A personal glimpse inside funerals
The funeral photographer.
Enjoy a cuppa and some nibbles.
All welcome to turn up. We will have a COVID registration process in place.
A collaborative community information session
What have you always been dying to ask?
Join us for a collaborative event with Miindala, Barefoot Funerals, Sim Elizabeth Death Doula, Lissa Carmela Death Doula, Gabby the Funeral Photographer and Tafe students.
Speak to those that have made their own coffin
Ask a Death Doula
Have a conversation about bereavement support
Ask a funeral director
A personal glimpse inside funerals
The funeral photographer.
Enjoy a cuppa and some nibbles.
All welcome to turn up. We will have a COVID registration process in place.
Great Lakes Palliative Care Support
Dying to Know Day
What to know before you go
Come and share an afternoon with experts Who will inspire, inform and help you plan your future
Dr Arron Veltre Palliative care Specialist
Joanne Simpson CNC Community Palliative care
Michelle Snape Solicitor Baker and Borthwick
You’re welcome to turn up on the day.
Death over a beer (Lifetime Funerals)
In Celebration of Dying To Know day 2021 we are hosting this event.
What the heck is a doula?
Do you need a Will before you die?
Why are Funerals so bloody expensive?
What happens to my body after I die?
Burial or Cremation?
All these questions and more will be answered on the night. So pop down for a chat, fun, and a beer with Skie, Managing Director of Lifetime Funerals, local Death Doula's, and learn more about all things Death and Dying.
Jump on our Facebook page to let us know you can join us. https://www.facebook.com/events/271682771411611
Dying to Know Day at Timeless in Bowral
My event is one to raise awareness of "good death" and to increase death literacy in my local community. The Southern Highlands Community Hospice is providing their support via their beautiful new shop, Timeless. I will be providing tips and tricks on how to create your best future ever.
RSVP via email to info@endoflifeangels.com.au or via text to 0416 212 219. Registrations will also be accepted in-store at 315 Bong Bong Street, Bowral.
'The most important conversation you've never had' sessions
Proudly hosted by us at Lifetime Funerals and local Death Doulas.
Dying to Know and the Thirsty Crow
Collaborative event with following speakers for Q&A: Palliative Care/End of Life, Estate Planning (solicitor), and local NSW Trustee Guardian, hosted by local funeral home (Daniel Woods Funeral Care).
All welcome to attend.
'The most important conversation you've never had' sessions
Proudly hosted by us at Lifetime Funerals and local Death Doulas.
Ask us anything. No holds barred! National D2KD Workshop - Death, Dying, Tea and Cake
A workshop of Death and Dying with a panel of 5 within different sectors of the industry, of different faiths and beliefs, sharing their stories about their experiences around death and dying. Register for this free event here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-d2kd-death-and-dying-ask-us-anything-no-holds-barred-tickets-162882476873
Newcastle Compassionate Community Expo
An all-day event. More details coming! Sunday 8th August. Gold Coin entry.
If you would like to find out more about the work we do in our Newcastle Compassionate Community you can find us here.
Conversations about death
H.Parsons is creating a welcoming space for people to have conversations about death.
Join us via zoom and learn from our industry experts while enjoying friendly conversation and community support
We’ll be hearing from:
RSPCA - the roles pets play in end of life care
Compassionate Communities and death cafes
NSW Trustees and Guardianships - what you need to know about preparing wills, enduring guardianships, and other necessary topics.
Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra – Discussions around Advanced Care Planning.
·H.Parsons funeral industry experts – Q&A .
This event will be in a friendly and welcoming online environment with questions and discussion encouraged.
Please RSVP by Wednesday 4 August via https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/dying-to-know-day-tickets-161573612023?fbclid=IwAR0VA2gL49BAXa5L6frLRC5H9_tMDLdeAEby6WBJkEyhMuv4wqzqfIobpA8
Death over a beer (Lifetime Funerals)
In Celebration of Dying To Know day 2021 we are hosting this event.
What the heck is a doula?
Do you need a Will before you die?
Why are Funerals so bloody expensive?
What happens to my body after I die?
Burial or Cremation?
All these questions and more will be answered on the night. So pop down for a chat, fun, and a beer with Skie, Managing Director of Lifetime Funerals, local Death Doula's, and learn more about all things Death and Dying.
Jump on our Facebook page to let us know you can join us. https://www.facebook.com/events/198957518775004