Bridging Blocks | Life, Death and the Human Experience: Let’s Talk

Death is one of life's few universal experiences, but that doesn't mean everyone is comfortable talking about it. Yet conversations about mortality can help us better understand ourselves, our relationships and what matters most.

The modern Death Café movement is based on a conversation model adapted from café mortel, which Swiss sociologist and anthropologist Bernard Crettaz originated in 2004. Death cafés are held in countries around the world to encourage open conversations and reduce the secrecy, taboo and stigma surrounding the topic of death. 

How can we foster a healthier attitude toward our own mortality —  personally and as a society? What does "living a good life" mean to you? How has your perspective on death changed throughout your life? How could communities create spaces where conversations about death, grief and loss feel more comfortable and supportive? What advice would you give someone who wants to make the most of the time they have?

This is a facilitated community conversation in which attendees will engage directly with one another in a moderated setting. Rather than a lecture or presentation, the program is designed to encourage dialogue, the exchange of perspectives, and shared learning among participants.
 

Join WHYY News Community & Engagement team for Bridging Blocks, a civic dialogue series in partnership with The Free Library of Philadelphia.

Host - Tony Cuffie Senior Manager Community & Engagement, WHYY News

Moderator - Brisa Luzzi Castro Community Convener, WHYY News

Bridging Blocks, a partnership between The Free Library of Philadelphia and WHYY, is made possible by a generous grant from Fred and Barbara Sutherland

This event is free to attend, and optional donations help WHYY continue offering meaningful community programs.