by Brian Hayden | Jun 8, 2023 | Articles, Resources, Tools
This is a story about how green burial can be part of a solution to address city planning challenges. It’s a case study unfolding right now in Durham, North Carolina. The story is told by Erica Xavier-Beauvoir. I met Erica in the Green Burial Council’s ‘Green Burial...
by Brian Hayden | May 30, 2023 | Podcasts, Resources
When classical pianist Adam Tendler received a surprise inheritance from his father he used it to commission 16 original works of music to explore the complexity of grief, loss, and inheritance. After each performance of the resulting program, Inheritances, he was...
by Brian Hayden | May 25, 2023 | Articles, Courses, Resources, Tools
The Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice (APFSP) has approved the Green Funeral Services course for 12 contact hours for funeral director continuing education. Every state has their own licensing requirements, but APFSP-approved courses are recognized by...
by Brian Hayden | Apr 18, 2023 | Articles, Courses
“Doulas and After-Death Care” is a new course from Lee Webster. It’s purpose-built to answer all of the specific questions death doulas have about operating in the real world. "Doulas and After-Death Care: Bridging Both Worlds" This course...
by Brian Hayden | Mar 7, 2023 | Articles, Courses, Events, Tools
We’re partnering with the Green Burial Council to provide the Certificate of Proficiency in Green Funeral Services. This 13 module program is designed for practitioners interested in environmentally sustainable funeral services. This two-part program is the...
