The Irish Childhood Bereavement Network
The ICBN is a member organisation. Members share a vision that all children and young people, together with the adults in their lives, can easily access a choice of high quality local and national information, guidance and support to enable them to manage the impact of death on their lives.
How children understand and react to grief depends on their age and stage of development. They gradually understand more as they mature... 
Adolescence is a time of great change in the life of a young person. Teenagers struggle with issues of identity and independence... 
Childhood bereavement must be addressed at national level. We believe it is critical to: advocate for and develop a coherent national childhood bereavement policy; engage in public education; promote positive mental health; and influence educational curricula for children, adults and professionals... Latest News
ICBN Member’s Workshops (Dublin)
Wednesday, July 24th, 2019There will also be ICBN updates on latest developments and plans for this years Bereaved Children’s Awareness Week 18th – 22nd November 2019. The workshops are FREE to ICBN members. Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided. If you are not yet a member and want to avail of these workshops log on & join ICBN TODAY.
“From Inside Out” Conference
Tuesday, May 28th, 2019“From Inside Out” Conference, Date: 19th September 2019 Venue: Riddel Hall, Queen’s University Belfast Featuring first hand insights from children and families on grief and trauma recovery. If you support bereaved children in your classroom, this conference is for you. Half-day rates available, CPD certificates issued. For more information or to register, click here: https://www.cruse.org.uk/from-inside-out-conference