Relationships are Defined by How They End: The Importance of Acknowledging Loss at Work

• By: Elaine Edelman, PhD, LCSW, CASAC-Adv. Kansas State University
• January 19th, 2026
• collective mourning, cultural mourning rituals, emotional well-being, grief and loss, leadership empathy, organizational culture, staff engagement, Winter 2026 Issue, workplace support
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Death, as well as other major losses, is dealt with differently by different agencies and at different times in the life of an agency. Our “work family” is often an important part of our lives, so it is important to realize that dealing with loss at work sets the tone for how these...