Date
Friday
Nov

November 1-30

Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month

Honor and remember your beloved siblings during Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month, a time to cherish their memory and support others in grief.

Yearly Date
November 1
Type
Month

Introduction

Get ready to honor and remember your siblings on Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month, which takes place throughout the whole month of November, starting from Nov. 1. This month is dedicated to recognizing and supporting those who have lost a sibling, and it's a chance to celebrate their lives and the special bond between siblings. While this may be a difficult time for some, it also serves as an opportunity to reflect on happy memories and find ways to cope with loss. So let's come together as a community to show love and support for those who have lost a sibling and make this month one of healing and remembrance.

Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month Timeline

2000
Concept Emergence
The idea of honoring bereaved siblings begins to emerge within grief support groups and communities, acknowledging the need for targeted recognition and support.
2005
First Local Observance
A local child loss support group in Austin, Texas unofficially observes the first Bereaved Siblings Day starting a tradition that would later grow.
2010
Growth & Recognition
Grief support communities around the world start recognizing Bereaved Siblings Day, broadening its reach and impact.
2015
From a Day to a Month
Due to increasing participation and the clear need for this time of acknowledgement, November is officially designated as Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month.
2018
Online Platform Involvement
Social media platforms join the commemorations, by promoting the use of hashtags like #BereavedSiblingsMonth, helping global spread and awareness.
2020
COVID-19 Impact
Several virtual events are conducted worldwide to mark Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing measures.

How to Celebrate Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month

1

Organize a sibling support group

Reach out to other bereaved siblings and organize a support group where you can share your experiences, memories, and struggles with others who understand.

2

Plant a memorial garden

Create a beautiful memorial garden in honor of your lost sibling. You can include their favorite flowers, plants, and mementos to remember them by.

3

Write letters to your sibling

Take some time to sit down and write letters to your sibling. You can express your feelings, share memories, or simply update them on your life since they've been gone.

4

Donate to a charity in their name

Choose a charity or cause that was important to your sibling and make a donation in their name. This is a great way to honor their memory and give back to a cause they cared about.

5

Create a memory book

Gather photos, letters, and other mementos of your sibling and create a memory book to cherish forever. This can also be a beautiful way to share their memory with others.

Why Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month is Important

A

It brings awareness to sibling loss

Losing a sibling is a unique and often overlooked type of grief. Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month helps to bring attention to this type of loss and raise awareness for siblings who have lost their brothers or sisters.

B

It offers support and community for bereaved siblings

For those who have experienced the loss of a sibling, it can be very isolating and difficult to find others who truly understand their pain. Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month provides a sense of community and support for these individuals during a time when they need it most.

C

It honors and remembers our lost siblings

During this month, we take the time to reflect on our siblings and cherish the memories we shared with them. It's a way to keep their memory alive and honor them in a special way.

Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Oct 31
Tuesday
2024
Oct 31
Thursday
2025
Oct 31
Friday
2026
Oct 31
Saturday
2027
Oct 31
Sunday