Conversations That Connect

Conversations That Connect is Culture Encounters’ quarterly panel series fostering curiosity and honest dialogue across cultures.

Past panels have discussed parenting and romantic relationships in different cultural contexts, highlighting how tradition, family, and personal history shape daily life.

The upcoming session will examine how cultures perceive and handle end-of-life matters, exploring beliefs about death, burial rites, mourning, remembrance, and ancestral practices. Instead of focusing on loss, we’ll delve into the meanings behind these traditions and their connection to family, faith, identity, and community. Join us for an insightful evening to understand diverse traditions and shared values.