Reimagining final farewells

Young professionals in the funeral industry are blending tradition with innovation, offering personalized and meaningful services that honor life and reshape societal views on death.

At just 28 years old, Wan Changyou has already worked in the funeral industry for six years.

After earning a degree in modern funeral management in 2019, Wan began his career at a funeral home in Shandong before joining B.D.R, a Shanghai-based funeral service company, in 2022.

As a funeral ritualist, Wan has assisted over 500 families. His work includes preparing symbolic daily necessities for the deceased's afterlife and conducting the funeral rites.