The Death Conference, In the Roundhouse of the Ancestors: death work and death care in Celtic polytheism, will take place on Saturday, October 16th, 2021 on Zoom
Sept. 2nd update: We are no longer accepting applications for presenters for the conference. Exciting details are coming shortly about the program.
Ancestor altar @ Samhain. Photo by Talasyn.
About the organizers
We’re an international group who are working to create the kind of conference WE would love to attend, but have not seen offered. We are Talasyn from Portland, Oregon, US, Corvin, also from Portland, and Laurel, from Kingston, Ontario, Canada.
Purpose/Mission Statement for the Conference
This is a conference for Celtic polytheists who seek more information and ideas about planning for a good death, whether it is our own, that of a beloved, or someone we are a caregiver for in our work or personal life. Having good information, and building a community conversation around death work and death practices will help us all make better choices, and will help us be more at ease with this important mystery. We intend for this conference to be a safe and inclusive space for BIPOC and LGBTQIA++ people.
A Call for Presenters
UPDATE: The application period has CLOSED on Sept. 2nd, 2021.
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| A unique grave in Gloucestershire, England. Photo by Talasyn. |
How to Register for the Conference
We will be launching registration sometime in the first half of September. Join our mailing list by emailing HERE to be sure to be notified when registration opens, or just visit this website weekly. We will have a sliding scale, and the cost for the daylong conference will be in the $40 range.
Scholarships Available
Yes! We'll be offering several scholarships for BIPOC, LGBTQIA++, and people of modest means. People identifying as members of one or more of these groups will be able to apply for one of several scholarships. Again, join our mailing list, or check back often to see when scholarship applications will be released. It'll be happening in September, 2021.
Conference Schedule
We are currently developing the conference schedule based on workshop proposals and program planning. We'll post this schedule in the first part of September. Be prepared for some great speakers whose names we cannot yet share.
Thanks to all who have shared your interest, support, and great ideas.
