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Case Studies: 3 different workplaces adopt the bereavement charter mark

Workplaces can take different approaches to adopting the Bereavement Charter Mark depending on their individual circumstances and priorities. Below are the stories of three different workplaces and their journeys towards achieving the Charter Mark.

Simba Charity

Simba is a baby loss charity that aims to ensure every family in Scotland receives the support they need following the loss of a baby.

Simba Charity were awarded the Bereavement Charter for Workplaces in July 2025, saying:

“We are delighted to have been awarded the Bereavement Charter Mark... we strive to ensure our employees feel supported, heard, and valued during bereavement.”

Read the Simba Charity Case Study

St John’s Hospital ITU/HDU Ward

St John’s Hospital is a district general hospital in Livingston, West Lothian. The Intensive Therapy/High Dependency Unit provide specialized care for patients in complex or life-threatening situations.

SJHITU was awarded the Bereavement Charter for Workplaces in August 2025, and said:

“There is no magic fix for grief but practising kindness, compassion and humanity in our unit goes a long way to building resilience and reaffirming self-worth.”

Read the SJHITU Case Study

Media Education

Media Education are a Community Interest Company who make films and podcasts with people who want to share their lived experiences.

Media Education were awarded the Bereavement Charter Mark for Workplaces in November 2025, and told us:

“Working on the Charter Mark for Workplaces is a much needed step in normalising the topics of death and grief in Scotland. We’re very glad to be part of this.”