How do we know if a conflict is appropriate for mediation?
And how can mediators support parties to determine if they are able to mediate especially those who may not seem ready or able to fully participate?

Join Katherine Miller and Ivan Alter for an interactive discussion on how conflict professionals can assess—and enhance—parties’ capacity to engage meaningfully in mediation.

We’ll explore:

• What “readiness to mediate” really means
• Key factors to consider: motivation, accessibility, and available resources
• Power imbalances and how they affect participation
• The parties’ capacity to take responsibility and engage openly
• When alternative processes may be more appropriate
• Strategies for helping parties overcome barriers to participation

This conversation will be especially useful for mediators, collaborative professionals, and anyone interested in how to create the right conditions for meaningful, effective conflict resolution.