Webinars
The Driving Force: Unpacking Motivations
ONLINEA fundamental premise of effective understanding-based mediation is the necessity of motivation. Since mediation is a voluntary process, its success hinges on the willingness and drive of both parties to […]
Effective Mediation in Small Claims Court
ONLINEJoin Antoinette Delruelle and Michelle Minovi on September 19, 2024 to learn about the nuances of small claims court mediation using the understanding-based approach. This session will cover essential best […]
Constructive Conversations: Understanding-Based Workplace Applications
ONLINEUnresolved conflicts in the workplace can lead to disengaged employees, reduced productivity, and other negative impacts stemming from interpersonal tensions. In this webinar, join Catherine Conner and Pat Lau on […]
FREE – Planning for Impact
ONLINEAs we approach the end of the year, we invite you to collectively explore personal and professional interests, address common concerns, and ignite a passion for applying understanding-based practices. Join […]
FREE – 4 Steps for Anti-racist, Anti-oppressive Conflict Resolution
ONLINEJoin Hansa Patel and Melanie Rowen on December 19, 2024, at 12:00 PM Pacific for an insightful one-hour webinar with Rev. Liên Shutt, LCSW, a Zen Buddhist priest, social worker, […]
Harnessing Inner Awareness for Meaningful Conversations
ONLINEConflict can feel overwhelming and uncomfortable, often leaving us stuck, reactive, and uncertain about how to move forward. Yet beneath the surface of these challenging moments lies valuable energy and […]
Messy Conflict: Transforming Toxic Disputes
ONLINEConflict professionals and mediators can encounter cases where traditional approaches fall short – when parties deliberately mislead, launch personal attacks, or harbor intense hatred that seems insurmountable. This practical webinar […]
Looping the Dynamic
ONLINEAs conflict professionals, we become great at observing and responding to the words used by parties in conflict. But there is a whole different level of interaction happening at the […]
How to Tell People You’re a Mediator
ONLINEStruggling to explain what you do as a mediator in a way that sparks interest and understanding? Join Melanie Rowen and Caitlin Meredith for How to Tell People You're a Mediator, […]
Assessing the Ability to Participate in Mediation
Zoom webinarHow 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 […]
Beyond the Heat: Practical De-escalation Skills for Work and Life
ONLINEJoin us for this interactive 1-hour webinar where you'll learn proven techniques to navigate tense situations with confidence and skill. Whether you're a manager dealing with upset employees, a team […]
When Progress Stops: Navigating Impasse in Conflict Resolution
ONLINEEvery conflict resolution professional has been there – the moment when progress grinds to a halt and parties seem hopelessly deadlocked. In this interactive 1-hour webinar, you'll discover why impasse […]