Workplace Mediation: 40-Hour Conflict Resolution and Mediation Training
ONLINETo register, scroll to the bottom of this page. Feb 23 & 24 and March 1 thru 3, 2023 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM PST ONLINE All sessions include breaks throughout the day Do you facilitate important conversations between clients, employees, team members, volunteers or other people? Do you want to manage conflict conversations productively? […]
Power Imbalance: The Power of Personality and Patterns
ONLINEEvery 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 […]
Working Creatively with Conflict: 40 Hour Basic Mediation and Conflict Resolution Training (West Coast)
Green Gulch Farm 1601 Shoreline Highway, Muir Beach, CA, United StatesMarch 22-26, 2023 The venue requires that participants have completed their COVID-19 vaccinations and booster at least two weeks prior to the start of this program. To register, scroll to the bottom of this page. Are you responsible for helping people work through conflict? Do you manage important conversations between clients, employees, team members, volunteers […]
Power Imbalance: The Power of Possessing
ONLINEResources 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 […]
Power Imbalance: The Power of Position
ONLINEIn 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, options, and outcomes. In a conflict resolution process, we know that awareness of social hierarchies and their impact on parties and us is critical. Join […]
Power Imbalance: Putting it all Together
ONLINEPower 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, […]
Why We Don’t Tell People What to Do
ONLINEExplore 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 […]
Conflict Resolution Through Workplace Mediation
ONLINEExplore 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 […]
Organizational Response: Avoid Exacerbating Conflict
ONLINEDelve 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 […]
Creative Uses of the Understanding-Based Model
ONLINELearn 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 empathy, advocating looping, and encouraging transformative dialogue to address conflicts in creative ways. Join Catherine Conner and Caitlin Meredith on October 30, 2023 to explore the […]
Shifting Focus: All About Interests
ONLINEHelp 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 beneficial solutions. Join Katherine Miller and Melanie Rowen on November 27, 2023 to gain practical insights into working with interests effectively, both to uncover and […]
FREE – 2023 Town Hall: Exploring Possibilities
ONLINEAs 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 passion for applying understanding-based practices. There is no cost to attend this event, although we do ask that you register. Join Catherine Conner and Gary […]
Six Underlying Concepts: Refining the Process
ONLINEAs 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 approach are simple to grasp but challenging to implement when approaching diverse conflict scenarios. People and personalities in the room and within the mediator provide […]
Self-Reflection for Conflict Professionals Intensive (SCPI) 2024
ONLINECUC 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 […]
Working Creatively with Conflict: 40 Hour Basic Mediation and Conflict Resolution Training (Online)
ONLINETo register, scroll to the bottom of this page. Jan. 26 & 27 and Feb. 1 thru 3, 2024 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM PST | 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM EST | 5:00 PM - 1:30 AM CEST All sessions include breaks throughout the day Are you responsible for helping people work through conflict? […]
Conflict Coaching: Practices and Principles
ONLINEConflict 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, 2024, to learn principles and practices, from the importance of maintaining impartiality and confidentiality to looping, cultural sensitivity, and how to give feedback and encourage […]
Teacher Training Program 2024 (Hybrid)
ONLINEIntroducing 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 […]
Working Creatively with Conflict: 40 Hour Basic Mediation and Conflict Resolution Training (West Coast)
Green Gulch Farm 1601 Shoreline Highway, Muir Beach, CA, United StatesMarch 13 - 17, 2024 The venue requires that participants have completed their COVID-19 vaccinations at least two weeks prior to the start of this program. Boosters are not required. To register, scroll to the bottom of this page. Are you responsible for helping people work through conflict? Do you manage important conversations between clients, […]
Untying the Knot: Making Sense of Divorce Mediation
ONLINEHave 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, or simply curious about mediation, this webinar promises valuable insights to empower informed decisions during challenging times. Join Katherine Miller on March 18th at 9AM PT […]
Creating and Supporting Peer Groups
ONLINEJoin 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 sustained success through mutual support. Gain practical insights, learn from real-world examples, and acquire actionable techniques to enhance your professional journey. Whether you're a seasoned […]
24-Hour Basic Mediation Training (East Coast)
Wainwright House 260 Stuyvesant Avenue, Rye, NY 10580 260 Stuyvesant Avenue, Rye, NY, United StatesTo 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 Training covering basic theory and skills of understanding-based mediation in a dynamic and engaging learning environment. This certificate program teaches individuals the basic theories and […]
Getting Started: Building an ADR Practice
OnlineEmbarking 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 new challenges, or aiming for personal growth, this webinar provides invaluable insights and guidance. Join Catherine Conner and Melanie Rowen on Monday, May 13th, for […]
16-Hour Advanced Matrimonial Mediation Training Online (East Coast)
ONLINETo register, scroll to the bottom of this page. May 29 & 30 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM PST | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM EST June 5, 2024 8:00 […]
Working Creatively with Conflict: 40 Hour Basic Mediation and Conflict Resolution Training (Online)
ONLINETo register, scroll to the bottom of this page. June 20 & 21 and June 26 thru 28, 2024 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM PST | 11:00 AM - 7:30 […]
Conflict Coaching: Unlocking Solutions Through ADR
ONLINEConflicts 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 […]
Your Next Steps: Launching Your Understanding-Based ADR Work
ONLINEHave 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 […]
Self-Reflection Seminar with Gary Friedman and Norman Fischer (FRANCE)
Talloires, France Talloires, FranceCUC 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 […]
Working Creatively with Conflict: 40 Hour Basic Mediation and Conflict Resolution Training (West Coast)
Green Gulch Farm 1601 Shoreline Highway, Muir Beach, CA, United StatesNovember 6 - 10, 2024 The venue requires that participants have completed their COVID-19 vaccinations at least two weeks prior to the start of this program. To register, scroll to […]
Working Creatively with Conflict: 40 Hour Basic Mediation and Conflict Resolution Training (West Coast)
Green Gulch Farm 1601 Shoreline Highway, Muir Beach, CA, United StatesMarch 05 - 09, 2025 To register, scroll to the bottom of this page. Are you responsible for helping people work through conflict? Do you manage important conversations between clients, […]
Working Creatively with Conflict: 40 Hour Basic Mediation and Conflict Resolution Training (West Coast)
Green Gulch Farm 1601 Shoreline Highway, Muir Beach, CA, United StatesNovember 05 - 09, 2025 To register, scroll to the bottom of this page. Are you responsible for helping people work through conflict? Do you manage important conversations between clients, […]