AAPI Grief and End-of-Life Resources
Erika Lim (she/her) is a death doula and occupational therapist supporting communities in reclaiming culturally grounded, compassionate approaches to death and grief. A member of the Starlight Residency cohort, Erika blends clinical care with ancestral healing practices to spark conversations and end-of-life support.
Learn more at erikalim.com.
Isabel Knight (she/her) is a death doula and human-centered designer who reimagines end-of-life care through equity, design, and community. As founder of The Death Designer and a 2022 Starlight Residency alum, Isabel works to transform how we plan for and talk about death.
Learn more at thedeathdesigner.com.
Mangda Sengvanhpheng (she/her) is an artist, death doula, and founder of BACII—inspired by Laotian baci ceremonies. A member of the Starlight Residency cohort, Mangda integrates ancestral wisdom with contemporary healing practices to support communities in navigating life's transitions.
Learn more at bacii.co.
Charlene Lam (she/her) is a grief coach, curator, and founder of The Grief Gallery. She helps individuals process loss by exploring the stories and significance behind personal belongings. Charlene works to honor cultural heritage while fostering healing conversations around grief and remembrance.
Learn more at thegriefgallery.com.
Dr. Julie Shaw (she/her) is a grief educator, coach, and founder of Hello, I’m Grieving, a community-centered platform dedicated to supporting individuals through loss. As a member of the 2022 Starlight Residency cohort, she continues to foster culturally sensitive conversations around grief and healing.
Learn more at helloimgrieving.com.
Marielle Cuison (she/her) is a death doula and civil engineer based in the San Francisco Bay Area. As the founder of The Death Engineer, she combines her engineering background with a deep cultural connection to Filipino traditions to guide individuals through end-of-life planning and grief.
Learn more at thedeathengineer.com.
Tida Beattie (she/her) is a end-of-life doula, grief support facilitator, and immigrant advocate. As the founder of The Collabyrinth, and co-founder of MESO, she designs temporary labyrinths using natural materials to create reflective spaces that support individuals and communities navigating change, loss, and transition.
Learn more at thecollabyrinth.com.
Roshni Kavate is a artist, grief educator, and co-founder of Marigolde, a grief wellness platform rooted in ancestral wisdom and cultural rituals. With a background in nursing and Ayurveda postpartum care, Roshni integrates healing practices into her work, offering support to individuals navigating loss. Through storytelling and community engagement, she fosters spaces for collective healing and liberation.
Learn more at wearemarigolde.com.
Vinh; Paul Ha is a death doula and healer focused on providing culturally sensitive end-of-life care for their communities. With training in Reiki and mediation, Vinh; Paul integrates ancestral wisdom and modern healing practices to support individuals navigating grief.
Learn more at vinhpaulha.com.
Susan Lieu is an author, playwright, and activist focused on intergenerational healing and grief. Her memoir, The Manicurist’s Daughter, explores the trauma of losing her mother and the cultural silence surrounding it. Through her writing and performances, Susan empowers her community to confront grief, reclaim narratives, and foster healing.
Learn more at susanlieu.me.
