Institute on Religious Deathcare and Spiritual Healing

The Institute on Religious Deathcare and Spiritual Healing works with congregations, clergy, and medical institutions to preserve the dignity of the dead and the rights of the bereaved. The Institute works in partnership with environmental, religious, and social organizations to promote justice and ethical practices. IRDSH educates communities about sustainable alternatives to current death customs and empowers them to be active agents in deathcare. The Institute on Religious Deathcare and Spiritual Healing is a multi-faith organization that respects diverse spiritual traditions and seeks healing through communal collaborations.