Be an advocate
Join us in our train-the-trainers program & mentorship
to make a meaningful difference
“It is not the end of the physical body that should worry us.
Rather, our concern must be to live while we’re alive – to release our inner selves from the spiritual death that comes with living behind a facade designed to conform to external definitions of who and what we are”
— Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, Swiss-American psychiatrist
In a nutshell
Advocates are key to growing end-of-life and grief literacy in our communities. Participants are trained in end-of-life knowledge and facilitation skills to lead compassionate, meaningful conversations with the community.
With ongoing mentorship, certified Advocates build confidence and empathy in guiding others through sensitive topics. They play a vital role by facilitating workshops, and community events, helping people reclaim agency, dignity, and understanding around life, and death.
Who We're Looking For
If you are passionate about providing compassionate support and have the skills and experience to facilitate meaningful discussions and learning experiences, we encourage you to apply for the upcoming train-the-trainers program and mentorship. Make a difference in the lives of people in their end-of-life and grief journey.
Qualities : that make a good fit
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Empathetic and compassionate nature, with the ability to listen actively
Flexibility and adaptability to accommodate the evolving needs and dynamics of workshop participants.
Lived experience of bereavement is valued though not essential
You should have at least one of the following skills:-
Medical background or experience in palliative or hospice care eg. doctors, nurse, hospice volunteer
Experience in social work, counselling or psycho-therapy related fields eg. any allied healthcare role
Experience or familiarity in training and/or facilitation in group settings
Details : what the training and mentorship is all about
Availability for two full day in-person training sessions in Nov 2025.
Co-lead at least two sessions within the next 6 mths.
Attend and participate actively in the mentorship sessions
NB: There is a basic payment for this training and mentorship in order to cover our costs.
Responsibilities of a certified Advocate
Co-lead workshops or community events in the areas of end-of-life or grief literacy
Create a safe space and supportive environment for participants to share their experiences, reflect and learn from one another.
Utilize effective techniques to encourage open dialogue and constructive discussions among participants.
Demonstrate empathy and understanding towards participants while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality
I’m interested!
What’s next?
Complete the application form below by 30th Sept 2025.
If it seems like a mutual fit, we’ll follow up to organise an online conversation to learn more about your interests and address any questions.
If all goes well, you'll be invited to join our training sessions starting in Nov 2025.
About the trainers
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Georg Bollig, MD, MAS (Palliative Care), PhD, DEAA
Georg is a is a physician and researcher. He currently works as senior consultant in Palliative Medicine and head of Palliative Medicine at the Academic teaching hospital Helios Klinikum Schleswig in Germany.
Georg is the leader of the International Last Aid working group and the Last Aid research Group International (LARGI). His main current research interests are public palliative care education (PPCE), Last Aid Courses and telepalliative care.
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Chew Lin Kay
Chew Lin has been interested in death and grief work since volunteering with the Both Sides Now community outreach project. Her training in spiritual care at Harvard Divinity School, and subsequent work in a local hospice has given her the privilege of journeying with the dying and their loved ones in the joy, chaos and pain that is life.
Chew Lin has been involved in facilitation work for more than ten years. She has worked with government institutions such as South East CDC and MUIS, and educational institutes at various levels.
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Ming Li Tan
Ming Li Tan is the founder of The Life Review, an organisation that envisions a compassionate world in which conversations about death, dying, and bereavement are normalised.
Embracing a calling to provide more support for those facing the end of life and their caregivers, she pursued specialised training in End of Life Doula services through INELDA, focusing particularly on dementia care. She is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Thanatology at Edgewood University, US.
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