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 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 […]

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 before they can understand someone else. This reciprocal understanding helps in moving conversations forward constructively. The practice of looping, where parties reiterate and confirm their […]

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 Catherine Conner and Gary Friedman on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 and be part of an interactive discussion to explore making an impact in the new […]

Join 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, and social justice advocate, as we explore strategies to address unconscious racism in conflict resolution. This session introduces the PACE method—Prevent, Abandon, Cultivate, Extend—a four-step […]

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 information that, when understood and utilized, can transform conflict into an opportunity for growth and connection. In this 1-hour webinar, we’ll take a closer look […]

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 […]

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 engage with a community of like-minded individuals. This event, held twice a year, is a free, 90-minute forum open to everyone, providing a welcoming space […]

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 that arise in lawyer-accompanied mediations.  Drawing from the Center for Understanding in Conflict's model, attendees will learn how to foster genuine dialogue and understanding even […]