2020 Conferences and Events

Death Doula Network of BC Natural (Green) Burial Online Event

September 24, 2020    6:30 PM–8:30 PM PDT

Join guest Nicola Finch of Cariboo Natural Burial Sanctuary in BC as she gives us an understanding of natural (green) burial. Learn about options, and all the exciting work that's happening in BC.
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/death-doula-network-bc-natural-green-burials-with-nicola-finch-tickets-116431458627

Funeral Consumers Alliance First Free Virtual Conference
September 26–27, 2020
Two days of live presentations (registration required) on Zoom, followed by video links to pre-recorded presentations, no registration required. The lineup is diverse and even includes live theater and film.
https://funerals.org/conference-2020/
 
Green Burial Council Virtual Video Conference 2020
October 12–23, 2020
Ten days of learning and sharing green burial information and skills—a virtual video event filled with speaker sessions, panel discussions, and informative workshops.
https://www.greenburialcouncil.org/online_conference_2020-586599.html

Burial Shroud Workshop Online
October 17, 2020 • 2:30 PM–4:30 PM PDT
Personalize your own shroud with drawing, painting, stitchery, or words, or create one for a beloved person or pet. This workshop will encourage us to plan for our own deaths, and to learn more about natural burial. Hosted by Nicola Finch of Cariboo Natural Burial Sanctuary in BC, in participation with the 2020 Swan Song Festival, Community Deathcare Canada.
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/burial-shroud-workshop-tickets-120156319787?utm-medium=discovery&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&aff=escb&utm-source=cp&utm-term=listing

NFDA (National Funeral Directors Association) International Convention and Expo—A Virtual Event
October 20–22, 2020
The world’s largest virtual funeral service expo will include inspiring general sessions, dynamic keynote speakers, and expert-led educational workshops.
https://www.nfda.org/convention

Before I Die New Mexico Festival 
October 30–November 2, 2020
Four days of virtual events based in New Mexico, with both entertaining and educational elements, including virtual field trips with prerecorded videos, daily online theater and movie events, book and panel discussions, and Death Cafe conversations.
https://beforeidienm.com/virtual-festival-tickets-on-sale/
 
CFSA (Casket and Funeral Supply Association of America) 2020 Fall Conference and Trade Show
November 9–10, 2020
Indianapolis IN
The premier annual event for manufacturers, distributors, and service providers in the casket and funeral supply industry. Join us to network with decision makers, evaluate new product offerings, and gain industry insight.
https://www.cfsaa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1325692&group=

2020 Virtual Beautiful Dying Expo 
November 13–15, 2020
Meet a wide variety of industry experts online with one-on-one video chats and get personalized advice. Attend live panels and workshops, plus recorded workshops, to discover current tools and available resources. Join a community of others who have been impacted by death. Find it all in one place.
https://beautifuldyingexpo.com/virtual-dying-expo/
 
Funeral Trade Shows Around the World
https://www.pulvisurns.com/blogs/news/funeral-trade-shows-around-the-world

ICCFA (International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association) Annual Convention and Exposition
March 24–27, 2021
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
Las Vegas NV
https://iccfa.com/annual/

NEDA (National End-of-Life Doula Alliance) Doulapalooza
In=Person Event Cancelled

PMA (People's Memorial Association)
Offers a year-long calendar of seminars and events to members about choices for funeral and related end-of-life issues.
Seattle WA
https://peoplesmemorial.org/education-and-advocacy/events.html