Sheena Hemens

Advocate for bereavement leave reform

Sheena Hemens is a Christchurch mother who has become an advocate for changes in bereavement leave laws after losing her daughter, Lauren, in a tragic car accident. She has launched a petition to extend the minimum bereavement leave from three days to ten days, highlighting the need for more support for grieving families. Her personal experience and advocacy work have brought attention to the emotional and practical...