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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 trainings are powerful experiential education, carefully designed and skillfully taught. After a successful 2022-23 cohort, we will continue to deepen and broaden the availability of […]
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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. […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 participate. In most mediation situations, the parties involved typically have a variety of motivations for wanting to mediate. These motivations can range from wanting to […]
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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 […]
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Join Us for the Free Virtual CUC Meet and Greet!
ONLINEAre 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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Inside Out: How to Handle Difficult Conversations in Mediation and Beyond (ITALY)
Workshop for mediators and lawyers with Gary Friedman and Mario Dotti September 13 - 14 2024, in Scurzolengo (AT) Mediators and lawyers find themselves handling difficult conversations on a daily basis. With the parties, […]
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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 practices and address common challenges, including managing tight time constraints, fostering meaningful interactions between mediators and clients, and handling pressures from the court to reach […]
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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 October 7, 2024 to explore a model for fostering constructive conversations, guiding participants to prepare for and engage in meaningful dialogues about the content of […]
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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 To register, scroll to the bottom of this page. Are you responsible for helping people work through conflict? Do you manage important conversations between […]
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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 […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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Join Us for the Free Virtual CUC Meet and Greet!
ONLINEAre 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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Self-Reflection for Conflict Professionals Intensive (SCPI) 2025
ONLINECUC 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 […]
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Series – Navigating Difficult Conversations
ONLINEConflict 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 […]
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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 equips conflict resolution professionals with advanced techniques for transforming these volatile situations into opportunities for breakthrough. Learn how to use positive neutrality to empathetically and […]
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CUC Support and Development Group
ONLINEJoining 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 […]
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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 […]
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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 same time - that of the parties’ dynamic, i.e., what’s happening at a meta level including what’s their nonverbal communication. For instance, we can learn […]
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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 […]
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Series – Navigating Difficult Conversations
ONLINEConflict 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 […]
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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, where you'll learn how to use storytelling to educate potential clients - and your broader community - about the value of mediation. Together, we'll explore […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 member caught in workplace conflict, a conflict professional facing agitated parties or someone looking to improve your communication in challenging situations, this session will equip […]
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24-Hour Basic Mediation Training (East Coast)
Highlights Foundation Retreat Center 392 Boyds Mills Road, Milanville, PATo 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 […]
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Working Creatively with Conflict: 40-Hour Conflict Resolution and Matrimonial Mediation Training (East Coast)
Highlights Foundation Retreat Center 392 Boyds Mills Road, Milanville, PATo register, scroll to the bottom of this page. June 23 - 28, 2025 Milanville, PA _______________ Join the Center for Understanding in Conflict for a comprehensive 40-hour Basic Mediation […]
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16-Hour Advanced Matrimonial Mediation Training (East Coast)
Highlights Foundation Retreat Center 392 Boyds Mills Road, Milanville, PATo 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 Mediation Training. Our trainers have designed this program to benefit those who wish to apply to become mediators on matrimonial mediation rosters in New York […]
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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 occurs and learn practical strategies to transform these challenging moments into opportunities for breakthrough. What You'll Explore: The anatomy of impasse: recognizing the warning signs […]
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Free Virtual CUC Meet and Greet
ONLINEAre 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 webinarJoin 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 […]
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Introduction to Understanding Workplace Conflict (SHRM and HRCI Credit)
ONLINEConflict at work is inevitable – but it doesn’t have to be insurmountable. This 4.5-hour live interactive training introduces the core principles and practical tools of the Understanding-based approach to […]
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Working with Lawyers in the Room: Part 2 (2025)
ONLINEJoin 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’ participation that honor both legal advocacy and collaborative problem solving. In Part 2, we will explore how to actively engage the lawyers, parties and mediator […]
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From Conflict to Collaboration: Workplace Mediation Lessons That Apply Everywhere
Join Pat Lau and guest Julia Myers to discover the nuanced skills that separate effective mediators from the rest, using workplace conflicts as a lens to explore universal mediation principles. […]
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Mediation Lab: From Training to Practice
ONLINEAre 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 […]
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Series – Navigating Difficult Conversations
ONLINEConflict 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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From Conflict to Collaboration: Workplace Mediation Lessons That Apply Everywhere
ONLINEDiscover the nuanced skills that separate effective mediators from the rest, using workplace conflicts as a lens to explore universal mediation principles. This interactive webinar delves into challenging aspects of […]
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40-Hour Mediation and Conflict Resolution Skills Training (West Coast)
Green Gulch Farm 1601 Shoreline Highway, Muir Beach, CA, United StatesNovember 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 […]
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Introduction to Understanding Workplace Conflict (SHRM and HRCI Credit)
ONLINEConflict at work is inevitable – but it doesn’t have to be insurmountable. This 4.5-hour live interactive training introduces the core principles and practical tools of the Understanding-based approach to […]
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Navigating the Gray Areas: Managing Conflicts of Interest in Conflict Resolution Practice
ONLINEConflict professionals often find themselves in complex situations where personal relationships, professional connections, or prior involvements create potential conflicts of interest. How do we recognize these ethical gray areas? When […]
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CUC Connect Online Mixer: Getting Started in 2026
ONLINECUC 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
ONLINEAre 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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Introduction to Understanding Workplace Conflict (SHRM and HRCI Credit)
ONLINEConflict at work is inevitable – but it doesn’t have to be insurmountable. This 4.5-hour live interactive training introduces the core principles and practical tools of the Understanding-based approach to […]
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Beneath the Conflict: Civility Through Understanding Tension, Emotion, and Bias (CA CLE Eligible)
ONLINEIn recent years, as public discourse has become increasingly harsh, there have been increasing calls for civility in many spaces, including the legal profession and conflict resolution. True civility in […]
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2026 SCPI Retreat: Conflict and Compassion (MEXICO)
Mar de Jade Mar de Jade No. 1, Chacala, nayarit, MexicoIn 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 […]
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Support and Development Group – Spring 2026
ONLINEJoining 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 […]
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Fundamentals of Understanding Workplace Conflict (SHRM and HRCI Credit)
ONLINEThis 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 […]
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Deepening Connection in Conflict Work: Noticing and Unpacking Implicit Bias (CA CLE Eligible)
ONLINEIn conflict work, our intention is to foster understanding and build connections to the parties we are trying to support. Yet implicit biases--influenced by culture, life experiences, identity, and systems […]
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40-Hour Mediation and Conflict Resolution Skills Training (West Coast)
Green Gulch Farm 1601 Shoreline Highway, Muir Beach, CA, United StatesMarch 4 - 8, 2026 | Green Gulch Farm, Muir Beach, CA To register, scroll to the bottom of this page. Are you the person others turn to when they […]
$500.00 – $2,310.00 -
5 Things I Did to Build My Practice and 5 Things I Wish I Had Done
ONLINESolopreneurs building an Understanding-Based conflict resolution practice need more than just skill in supporting clients - it takes strategy, patience, and a willingness to try, fail, and repeat! Join Caitlin […]
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Series – Navigating Difficult Conversations
ONLINEConflict 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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Ask Gary: An Open Conversation About Understanding-Based Conflict Resolution
ONLINEAsk Gary is an opportunity to bring your most thoughtful, difficult, or unexpected questions about conflict resolution to Gary J. Friedman. Join us on April 23 at 12:00 p.m. PDT for a facilitated […]
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Beyond the Argument: Three Levels to Unlock Real Resolution (CA CLE Eligible)
ONLINEMost conflicts get stuck at the surface — two sides, two positions, and a standoff. But beneath every dispute lies something deeper: the needs, values, and meaning that actually drive people's behavior. In this webinar, you'll learn a powerful three-level framework — positions, interests, and meaning — that conflict professionals use to move parties from […]
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Your Next Steps: Launching Your Conflict Resolution Mediation Work
ONLINEWhy This Series Transitioning from “I have training” to “This is part of my real work” can feel unclear and overwhelming. Many people are unsure where to start, how to talk about what they do, or how to build a practice that fits their life and values. This series focuses on the practical and human […]
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Demystifying California Family Law
ONLINENavigating family law can be challenging for professionals outside the legal field, even those with experience working alongside divorce and custody cases. This workshop is designed to bridge that knowledge gap, offering both newcomers and experienced practitioners a clear, practical overview of California Family Law as it applies to their work. Led by a psychologist-mediator […]
Get Tickets $150.00 -
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24-Hour Basic Conflict Resolution Mediation Training (NY CLE and Part 146 Eligible)
Subotnik Center, Brooklyn Law School 250 Joralemon Street, 11th Floor, Brooklyn, United States24-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 […]
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Advanced Matrimonial Mediation Training (NY CLE and Part 146 Eligible)
ONLINEAdvanced 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 to register) Transform Your Practice with Advanced Matrimonial Mediation Skills Join the Center for Understanding in Conflict for an immersive 16-hour training designed specifically […]
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Introduction to Understanding Workplace Conflict Mediation (SHRM and HRCI Eligible)
ONLINEConflict at work is inevitable – but it doesn’t have to be insurmountable. This 4.5-hour live interactive training introduces the core principles and practical tools of the Understanding-based approach to resolving workplace conflict. Whether you’re an HR leader, manager, consultant, attorney, or team member, this workshop provides a meaningful starting point for navigating challenging dynamics […]
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40-Hour Mediation and Conflict Resolution Mediation Training (NY and CA CLE Eligible)
ONLINESeptember 17–19 and 24–25, 2026 | Online (Zoom) 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM PST | 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM CST | 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM EST All sessions include breaks throughout the day To register, scroll to the bottom of this page. Are you the person others turn to when they are in […]
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Introduction to Understanding Workplace Conflict Mediation (SHRM and HRCI Eligible)
ONLINEConflict at work is inevitable – but it doesn’t have to be insurmountable. This 4.5-hour live interactive training introduces the core principles and practical tools of the Understanding-based approach to resolving workplace conflict. Whether you’re an HR leader, manager, consultant, attorney, or team member, this workshop provides a meaningful starting point for navigating challenging dynamics […]
Get Tickets $250.00 – $1,050.00 -
Fundamentals of Understanding Workplace Conflict Mediation (SHRM and HRCI Eligible)
ONLINEThis 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 develop skills in understanding multi-layered conflicts, de-escalating tensions, developing mutual understanding between employees, and maintaining resilience even in high-stakes situations. Why This Training Workplace conflict […]
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40-Hour Mediation and Conflict Resolution Mediation Training (NY and CA CLE Eligible)
Green Gulch Farm 1601 Shoreline Highway, Muir Beach, CA, United StatesNovember 4 - 8, 2026 | 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 conflict? Whether you mediate disputes professionally or want to improve how you support meaningful conversations – in families, workplaces, or communities – this […]
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2026 Conflict Resolution Mediation Lab: From Training to Practice (NY and CA CLE Eligible)
ONLINEAre 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 are ready to go deeper. In this dynamic workshop, you’ll follow one continuous mediation case from intake to resolution. At every stage, our experienced instructors […]
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40-Hour Mediation and Conflict Resolution Mediation Training (NY and CA CLE Eligible)
Green Gulch Farm 1601 Shoreline Highway, Muir Beach, CA, United StatesSeptember 22 - 26, 2027 | 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 conflict? Whether you mediate disputes professionally or want to improve how you support meaningful conversations – in families, workplaces, or communities – this […]
Get Tickets $500.00 – $2,310.00