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  • Your Next Steps: Launching Your Understanding-Based ADR Work

      You have taken a conflict resolution training and want to add consensual dispute resolution to your existing practice or start a new practice— what next? Our three-part series will […]

    $297.00

  • Interfering Influencers—What to Do About Them?

    Zoom webinar

    Date July 11, 2022 Time 12 PM PDT • 3 PM EDT • 9 PM CEST Cost $47 All webinars are free for CUC Connect members. Click here to learn more. […]

    $47.00

  • How Can Contracting Take a Whole Session?

    Date August 15, 2022 Time 12 PM PDT • 3 PM EDT • 9 PM CEST Cost $47 All webinars are free for CUC Connect members. Click here to learn more. […]

    $47.00

  • Self Reflection for Conflict Professionals

    Priory (Tufts European University Center)

    August 31 - September 3 Talloires, France Download registration Form Compassion and Conflict The Center for Understanding in Conflict will once again be offering an intensive program in Talloires, France […]

  • Finding Value in Conflict: Navigating Workplace Mediation

      Join us for a stimulating and informative roundtable discussion featuring industry leader insights from three of the world's most advanced technology firms: Intel, Roche, and SAP. Panelists will discuss […]

    $47.00

  • Spirit of Collaboration: Starting and Managing a Peer Group

    ONLINE

    In this interactive webinar, Gary Friedman and Kim Gordon will discuss the value and benefits of starting a peer group for mediators and ADR practitioners. Drawing from decades of experience […]

    $47.00

  • Power Imbalance: The Power of Personality and Patterns

    ONLINE

    Every individual who walks into a conflict resolution process brings their style, quirks and ways of relating to others. In pairs or groups, unique patterns of interaction develop. How can […]

    $47.00

  • Power Imbalance: The Power of Possessing

    ONLINE

    Resources come in many forms, not just material possessions. In a conflict, the party with more knowledge, time, money, social capital, or something else can wield outsized control and power […]

    $47.00

  • Power Imbalance: The Power of Position

    ONLINE

    In every situation, we exist in relationship to others. The groups we all belong to - and our membership and place within them - impact interactions, expectations of each other, […]

    $47.00

  • Power Imbalance: Putting it all Together

    ONLINE

    Power imbalances can skew the entire conflict resolution process in innumerable ways. During the Power Imbalance webinar series, we’ve looked closely at three different kinds of power imbalances: interpersonal styles, […]

    $47.00

  • Why We Don’t Tell People What to Do

    ONLINE

      Explore why understanding-based mediators refrain from telling people what to do and uncover the transformative potential of giving the power to the parties, using non-directive techniques rather than imposing […]

    $47.00

  • Conflict Resolution Through Workplace Mediation

    ONLINE

    Explore the transformative impact of integrating conflict resolution and mediation practices within your organization while fostering a culture of open communication, looping, and collaborative problem-solving to enhance employee morale, increase […]

    $47.00

  • Organizational Response: Avoid Exacerbating Conflict

    ONLINE

    Delve into the critical importance of organizations adopting a measured and informed approach to conflict resolution, shed light on the detrimental consequences of mishandling conflicts, and highlight the value of […]

    $47.00

  • Creative Uses of the Understanding-Based Model

    ONLINE

    Learn about the many possibilities for conflict resolution and mediation practitioners to integrate the understanding-based approach into existing practices, kick-start new careers, and assist diverse sectors of society while fostering […]

    $47.00

  • Shifting Focus: All About Interests

    ONLINE

    Help people to move beyond their fixed positions by coaching them to explore and describe what really matters — their underlying interests — in order to unlock creative and mutually […]

    $47.00

  • FREE – 2023 Town Hall: Exploring Possibilities

    ONLINE

    As we approach the end of the year, we invite you to a town hall webinar experience to collectively explore personal and professional interests, address common concerns, and ignite a […]

    Free

  • Six Underlying Concepts: Refining the Process

    ONLINE

    As you work with all parties in the room, these foundational concepts underlie a different approach to conflict and our conflict resolution model. The six underlying concepts of the understanding-based […]

    $47.00

  • Self-Reflection for Conflict Professionals Intensive (SCPI) 2024

    ONLINE

    CUC invites you to join our first online introductory cohort of SCPI, where conflict resolution professionals commit to exploring together practices of self-reflection that are constructive for ourselves and productive […]

  • Conflict Coaching: Practices and Principles

    ONLINE

    Conflict coaching helps individuals, groups, and organizations manage and resolve conflicts effectively by empowering participants to address and navigate disputes constructively. Join Hansa Patel and Danillo Alves on February 7th, […]

    $47.00

  • Teacher Training Program 2024 (Hybrid)

    ONLINE

    Introducing the 2024 Teacher Training Program The Center for Understanding in Conflict’s training programs have been popular for over 40 years because the Understanding-Based approach resonates with many people. Our […]

  • Untying the Knot: Making Sense of Divorce Mediation

    ONLINE

    Have you considered matrimonial mediation's benefits, such as fostering amicable communication, preserving relationships, and reducing the financial burden? What about potential drawbacks? Whether you're a legal professional, a divorcing individual, […]

    $47.00

  • Creating and Supporting Peer Groups

    ONLINE

    Join Armine Baltazar and Caitlin Meredith on Monday April 22, 2024 to explore strategies for forming robust peer groups, delve into best practices to boost engagement, and uncover tips for […]

    $47.00

  • 24-Hour Basic Mediation Training (East Coast)

    Wainwright House 260 Stuyvesant Avenue, Rye, NY 10580 260 Stuyvesant Avenue, Rye, NY, United States

    To register, scroll to the bottom of this page. April 25 - 27, 2024 Rye, NY _______________ Join the Center for Understanding in Conflict for a comprehensive 24-hour Basic Mediation […]

  • Getting Started: Building an ADR Practice

    Online

    Embarking on a career transition bringing together parties in conflict can be a formidable journey, often fraught with uncertainties and questions. Whether you're contemplating a switch due to dissatisfaction, seeking […]

    $47.00

  • Conflict Coaching: Unlocking Solutions Through ADR

    ONLINE

    Conflicts are a common occurrence in any workplace or personal environment. Addressing them is crucial for maintaining positive relationships and nurturing a healthy organizational culture. The Conflict Coaching method equips […]

    $47.00

  • The Power of Looping in Conflict Resolution

    In understanding-based conflict resolution and mediation, "looping" is a crucial communication technique. By actively demonstrating comprehension, participants bring clarity and understanding into the conversation. Often, people need to feel understood […]

    $47.00

  • The Driving Force: Unpacking Motivations

    ONLINE

    A 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 […]

    $47.00

  • Self-Reflection Seminar with Gary Friedman and Norman Fischer (FRANCE)

    Talloires, France Talloires, France

    CUC trainers Gary Friedman* and Norman Fischer will be partnering with Interstices Mediation and the Everyday Zen Foundation to offer an intensive program in Talloires, France in Self-Reflection and its […]

  • Join Us for the Free Virtual CUC Meet and Greet!

    ONLINE

    Are you interested in conflict resolution, mediation, or understanding different perspectives? We invite you to join the Center for Understanding in Conflict (CUC) Meet and Greet, a unique opportunity to […]

  • Effective Mediation in Small Claims Court

    ONLINE

    Join 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 […]

    $47.00

  • FREE – Planning for Impact

    ONLINE

    As 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 […]

  • Harnessing Inner Awareness for Meaningful Conversations

    ONLINE

    Conflict 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 […]

    $47.00

  • Join Us for the Free Virtual CUC Meet and Greet!

    ONLINE

    Are you interested in conflict resolution, mediation, or understanding different perspectives? We invite you to join the Center for Understanding in Conflict (CUC) Meet and Greet, a unique opportunity to […]

  • Self-Reflection for Conflict Professionals Intensive (SCPI) 2025

    ONLINE

    CUC invites you to join our next online cohort of SCPI, where conflict resolution professionals commit to exploring together practices of self-reflection that are constructive for ourselves and productive for […]

  • Series – Navigating Difficult Conversations

    ONLINE

    Conflict is an inherent part of human relationships, yet most of us have not learned how to approach these conversations with skill and intention. This three-part course is designed to […]

    $250.00

  • Messy Conflict: Transforming Toxic Disputes

    ONLINE

    Conflict 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 […]

    $47.00

  • CUC Support and Development Group

    ONLINE

    Joining a Support and Development Group is an invaluable opportunity to take your conflict resolution practice to the next level. Imagine having a dedicated space to bring your most pressing […]

    $150.00 – $500.00

  • Looping the Dynamic

    ONLINE

    As 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 […]

    $47.00

  • La mediazione Understanding Based (ITALY)

    *This event is not managed or administered by the Center for Understanding in Conflict. All matters related to cost, location, content, and quality is the responsibility of the DK-Team and […]

  • Series – Navigating Difficult Conversations

    ONLINE

    Conflict is an inherent part of human relationships, yet most of us have not learned how to approach these conversations with skill and intention. This three-part course is designed to […]

    $250.00

  • How to Tell People You’re a Mediator

    ONLINE

    Struggling 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, […]

    $47.00

  • Your Next Steps: Launching Your Understanding-Based ADR Work

    ONLINE

    Have you have taken a conflict resolution training and want to add consensual dispute resolution to your existing work or start a new practice, what next? This three-part series will […]

    $300.00

  • Assessing the Ability to Participate in Mediation

    Zoom webinar

    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 […]

    $47.00

  • 24-Hour Basic Mediation Training (East Coast)

    Highlights Foundation Retreat Center 392 Boyds Mills Road, Milanville, PA

    To register, scroll to the bottom of this page. June 23 - 26, 2025 Milanville, PA _______________ Join the Center for Understanding in Conflict for a comprehensive 24-hour Basic Mediation […]

    $150.00 – $1,595.00

  • 16-Hour Advanced Matrimonial Mediation Training (East Coast)

    Highlights Foundation Retreat Center 392 Boyds Mills Road, Milanville, PA

    To register, scroll to the bottom of this page. June 26 - 28, 2025 Milanville, PA _______________ Join the Center for Understanding in Conflict for a comprehensive 16-hour Advanced Matrimonial […]

    $1,195.00 – $1,445.00

  • When Progress Stops: Navigating Impasse in Conflict Resolution

    ONLINE

    Every 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 […]

    $47.00
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    Free Virtual CUC Meet and Greet

    ONLINE

    Are you interested in conflict resolution, mediation, or understanding different perspectives? We invite you to join the Center for Understanding in Conflict (CUC) Meet and Greet, a unique opportunity to […]

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    Working with Lawyers in the Room (2025)

    Zoom webinar

    Join Katherine Miller and Michelle Exline Minovi for an essential exploration of mediation when attorneys are present alongside their clients. This engaging webinar addresses the unique dynamics, challenges, and opportunities […]

    $47.00

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    Working with Lawyers in the Room: Part 2 (2025)

    ONLINE

    Join Michelle Exline Minovi and Gary Friedman for Part 2 of Working with Lawyers in the Room.  In Part 1 we discussed how to establish agreements and expectations for lawyers’ […]

    $47.00

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    Mediation Lab: From Training to Practice

    ONLINE

    Are you a trained mediator ready to move from theory to real-time practice? Mediation Lab is an immersive, skills-focused online training designed for mediators who have completed foundational coursework and […]

    $550.00
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    Series – Navigating Difficult Conversations

    ONLINE

    Conflict is part of life – but navigating it well requires more than instinct. This two-part online course gives you practical skills and a supportive structure to face conflict with […]

    $250.00

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    40-Hour Mediation and Conflict Resolution Skills Training (West Coast)

    Green Gulch Farm 1601 Shoreline Highway, Muir Beach, CA, United States

    November 5-9, 2025 | Green Gulch Farm, Muir Beach, CA To register, scroll to the bottom of this page. Are you the person others turn to when they are in […]

    $150.00 – $1,810.00

  • CUC Connect Member-only | December | Presentation + Small Group Discussion Join Catherine Conner, Gary Friedman, and Melanie Rowen for a focused presentation on first steps toward early mediation experience, including how to research local pathways, reach out to referral sources, and build a simple portfolio in the understanding-based approach. Then move into small group discussions to share what exists in your community, trade contacts and tips, and grow your network. We will reconvene for key takeaways and send a member-sourced resource list after the session.

    CUC Connect Online Mixer: Getting Started in 2026

    ONLINE

    CUC Connect Member-Only | December SessionPresentation + Small Group Discussion Join us for a dynamic and collaborative members-only gathering focused on launching your journey toward deeper mediation experience in the […]

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    Winter ’26 – Free Virtual CUC Meet and Greet

    ONLINE

    Are you interested in conflict resolution, mediation, or understanding different perspectives? We invite you to join the Center for Understanding in Conflict (CUC) Meet and Greet, a unique opportunity to […]

  • 2026 SCPI Retreat: Conflict and Compassion (MEXICO)

    Mar de Jade Mar de Jade No. 1, Chacala, nayarit, Mexico

    In a world where the challenges around us – from climate change to political division to daily interpersonal tensions – can feel overwhelming, how do we stay connected, grounded, and […]

    $1,695.00

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    Support and Development Group – Spring 2026

    ONLINE

    Joining a Support and Development Group is an invaluable opportunity to take your conflict resolution practice to the next level. Be a part of a dedicated group to bring your […]

    $495.00
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    Fundamentals of Understanding Workplace Conflict (SHRM and HRCI Credit)

    ONLINE

    This comprehensive 14-hour workshop builds upon foundational conflict resolution concepts from our 4-hour introductory course to tackle the sophisticated challenges of workplace disputes. Participants will move beyond basic techniques to […]

    $985.00 – $1,050.00

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    Series – Navigating Difficult Conversations

    ONLINE

    Conflict is part of life – but navigating it well requires more than instinct. This two-part online course gives you practical skills and a supportive structure to face conflict with […]

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    24-Hour Basic Mediation Training (East Coast)

    Subotnik Center, Brooklyn Law School 250 Joralemon Street, 11th Floor, Brooklyn, United States

    24-Hour Basic Mediation Training (East Coast) Tuesday, June 2 through Thursday June 4, 2026. 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern (Scroll to bottom of this page to register) _______________ Join […]

    Get Tickets $500.00 – $2,063.00
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    Advanced Matrimonial Mediation Training

    ONLINE

    Advanced Matrimonial Mediation Training Master the Skills to Transform Divorce Outcomes June 17, 18, 25 and 26, 2026 (Online) 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Eastern (Scroll to bottom of page […]

    Get Tickets $950.00 – $2,063.00 24 tickets left