D.I.P.ism
Laura D. Pusey has dedicated her life to understanding death and everything that comes with it. Her journey began through personal loss—experiencing the deaths of family members and witnessing how emotions and social responses shaped the grieving process.
Determined to learn more, Laura trained as an end-of-life guide and funeral celebrant. However, she soon discovered that the industry’s dominant practitioners did not see her as a 'fit' for the role. Rather than accept rejection, she founded F.A.C.F.O. (The Federation of African & Caribbean Funeral Operatives) and D.I.P.ism—creating space for underrepresented voices in the field.
Laura went on to develop ‘My Life’s Tapestry’ and ‘Tapestries of Grief’, practical workbooks to guide individuals through death and grief. With an Honours Degree in Social Sciences, she has also published academic papers and continues to educate and support those who seek a deeper understanding of death’s impact on the body, mind, and soul.
Death is universal. Whoever you are, wherever you're from, you are welcome to share your thoughts, experiences, and emotions as we journey toward a new understanding of life, death, and grief.