Once upon a time widows might have been sacrificed with their deceased husband, expected to wear black and live quietly indoors for the rest of their days. It wasn't pleasant, no wonder the black clothes were called widow's weeds and the women themselves were referred to as crows. Things have changed a lot, for the better. Now a widow can expect to live life to the fullest. But first she will still need a little time to build herself up again and make new plans.
Information and resources aimed at helping widows in developing countries, including news, legal archives, literature and events listings. http://www.widowsrights.org/
Lisa Gardemal Hennessy became a widow at the age of twenty-eight. She has written a book which chronicles her journey through her grief. http://www.widowedandyoung.com
Membership details, merchandise, book loans, documents and support from this self-help social and support network for men and women widowed under the age of 50, and their children. http://www.wayfoundation.org.uk/
An nteractive website and nonprofit organization dedicated to young widows and widowers. Boards, support groups and resources. http://www.youngwidow.org
An information and support resource for, and by, widows and widowers. Topics covered include grief, bereavement, recovery, and other information helpful to those who have suffered the death of a spouse. http://www.widownet.org/
