As companies seek new ways to differentiate their cultures and prove (not just talk about) being people-first, one area is finally getting the long-overdue attention it deserves: Bereavement leave.
Grief doesn't evaporate over three or five days away from work, and it isn't limited to the loss of an immediate family member. So today's policies are looking at ways to align with employees' real experience.
In fact, a recent survey shows that 18% of employers plan to expand bereavement leave over the next two years. The trend is to move away from a set number days per instance or year to a more supportive program that may include:
