# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 09:30 am – Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for the  'Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology: Dialogue and Engagement with Death and Loss'About this EventWelcome to the Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology!Join us for the launch event for The Centre for Open Thanatology. It is The Open University’s interdisciplinary research centre dedicated to the study and education of death, dying, loss, and grief across the life course and in diverse contexts. The theme for the day is Dialogue and Engagement with Death and Loss, reflecting the Centre’s vision to use research and education to foster open dialogue and critical engagement with death and loss.This event is open to everyone – interested members of the public, practitioners, academic and community researchers, students, and service providers.Highlights include:· Keynote by Professor Neil Thompson· Live Podcast recording with Dr Bethan Michael-Fox interviewing Dr Korina Giaxoglou.It will be a chance for you to learn more about the Centre’s work and future opportunities. At the launch, you will hear from members of Open Thanatology about different areas of our research, such as:- history, stories and archives- health and social care- bereavement support- funeral practices- climate changeThe event will feature a mixture of presentations and discussions. The schedule includes time for networking and viewing materials produced by Centre members.Places are limited for in-person attendance, so we recommend registering early. In-person attendees will be provided with a lunch voucher to be used at the Hub, along with refreshments throughout the day. Details about how to get to the Open University campus, including cost-effective travel routes, will be shared with registrants via email.At the time of advertising, we cannot guarantee that all content will be recorded or shared electronically after the event. For online attendees, access to in-person presentations is via live-stream.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/milton-keynes/launch-of-the-centre-for-open-thanatology/100001987615036078
- **Event Categories**: workshops, health-wellness
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 15, max: 30, currency: GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: Milton Keynes
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: The Open University, Walton Hall Campus
- **lat**: 52.0249239
- **long**: -0.7097264999999999
- **full address**: The Open University, Walton Hall Campus, WaltonHall Campus, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology being held?
  - **A:** Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology takes place on Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 09:30 am to Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm at The Open University, Walton Hall Campus, WaltonHall Campus, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology?
  - **A:** Ticket prices for Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology range from GBP 15 to GBP 30 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityOnline AttendanceGBP 15AvailableCentre AttendanceGBP 30Available
- **Q**: Who is organizing Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology?
  - **A:** Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology is organized by Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies, The Open University.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Milton Keynes, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Launch of the Centre for Open Thanatology sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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