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07/16/2026
In recognition of Children’s Grief Awareness Day, November 19, Dougy Center is offering a virtual panel discussion, "The Child We Once Were: How lived experience shapes the way we support kids who are grieving." Featuring professionals who experienced the death of someone significant during their own childhood, panelists will reflect on what they needed from the adults around them, what was helpful, and what they wish had been different.
Through lived experience and professional insight, the conversation will explore how childhood grief shapes the way we support children and families who are grieving today. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how small, intentional actions can make a meaningful difference in a child’s grief journey.
There is no cost to attend this webinar, but registration is required. Learn more and register at dougy.org/webinars
For many, September 11th is a shared, historical tragedy. But for today's guest, it is a personal anniversary - the day his father died.
David Ferrugio was twelve years old when his dad was killed in the World Trade Center. Twenty-five years later, his grief continues to unfold - from recently sitting with his father's forensic file at the 9/11 Memorial to hosting his own podcast, DEAD Talks, where he invites people into honest conversations about death, grief, and what it means to keep living.
In this conversation, David reflects on carrying his private grief through such a public loss. We talk about what it was like to be so young when his dad died, the memories he's held onto, and the new stories he's discovered through other people who also knew his father.
David talks about the ways grief found expression before he had words for it - from watching footage of the attacks over and over, to blasting Linkin Park while wearing himself out with a punching bag, to eventually finding his voice through podcasting and writing.
Listen to our conversation wherever you get your podcasts.
07/09/2026
Gathering with family and friends, eating special foods, and sharing memories can be a meaningful way to remember your person who died. So this summer pack a picnic in honor of your person. Visit https://www.dougy.org/activities/summer-time-picnic to download the activity sheet!
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