Grief refers to the emotional response to loss, change, or unmet expectations. In education advocacy, families may experience grief when a child struggles in school, when support systems do not respond as hoped, or when the reality of navigating disability-related barriers becomes clear. This grief is not only about loss of opportunity but can also reflect the cumulative impact of stress, advocacy demands, and witnessing a child experience distress or exclusion. Grief can appear in many forms, including sadness, anger, exhaustion, or a sense of isolation. Recognising grief helps acknowledge that advocacy is not only a procedural process but also an emotional one, where families are often processing complex feelings while continuing to support their child and navigate institutional systems.