Basic Mediation Training – February 3-24, 2012 – Lincoln NE

Posted on December 29, 2011 by admin

Where: Lincoln, Nebraska
When: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012

Description: The training is a balance of theory and practice, and focuses on a facilitative style of mediation in which the parties are generally kept in the same room and caucus is a tool within the process. Trainers use diverse teaching methods including classroom-style presentations, demonstration role plays, videos, active learning exercises, and outside readings.

This training is designed for anyone interested in learning how to assist others in resolving their issues. It also provides an opportunity for those desiring to improve their communication and negotiation process skills as a means to enhance personal and professional development. Those interested in developing referrals and alternative dispute resolution systems will also benefit from this course.

This training satisfies the statutory requirements of the Nebraska Dispute Resolution Act.

Registration fee: $850

For more information call (402) 781-2011 (Lincoln area) or (877) 342-2004

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How Mediation Helps Pacific Islands Resolve Disputes Faster and Better Than in Court – 5-min Video

Posted on December 28, 2011 by admin

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Basic Mediation Training – February 10-18, 2012 – Honolulu Hawaii

Posted on December 28, 2011 by admin

Where: The Mediation Center of the Pacific – Honolulu, Hawaii

When: Friday February 10, 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.; Saturday February 11, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Friday February 17, 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.; Saturday February 18, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Description: Basic Mediation offers an introduction to:

  • A Facilitative Model of Mediation
  • Core Skills of Effective Listening
  • Asking Powerful Questions
  • Maintaining Neutrality
  • Interests Identification
  • Negotiation
  • Agreement Writing
  • Ethical Considerations
  • Managing Challenges

For more information call Nathan Nikaido – Tel (808) 521-6767 x 225

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Problem Solving Mediation Training: Participant’s Guide

Posted on December 27, 2011 by admin

Title: Problem Solving Mediation Training: Participant’s Guide
by Sharmon Monagan and Eshand James
Publisher: lulu.com
ISBN: 0557287456

From the Publisher:

This problem-solving mediation training guide provides a comprehensive step-by-step walk through mediation using Christopher Moore’s problem-solving model. Included in the manual is a case study, a role play, and activities.

After completing this training, learners will be able to:

  • Describe mediation and the mediation process
  • Comprehend the differences between narrative, problem solving, and transformative mediation
  • Understand the benefits of problem solving mediation
  • Analyze and apply Moore’s 12-step problem solving mediation model
  • Utilize communication techniques useful in getting beyond positions
  • Articulate the role of diversity in mediation
  • Apply ethical standards for mediators to real life circumstances

 

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Mediation Center of the Pacific Town Hall Gathering for Volunteer Mediators – January 12, 2012 – Honolulu Hawaii

Posted on December 27, 2011 by admin

The Mediation Center of the Pacific will hold a “Town Hall” gathering on Thursday January 12, 2012 at the HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union Community Room 6:00-8:00 PM.

MCP volunteer mediators and staff will have a chance to talk, trade ideas, and to give and get feedback from each other.

Light refreshments will be provided.

To RSVP call Nathan Nikaido – (808) 521-6767 ext 225

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6 Videos for Mediators on How to Set Up and Use Skype for Online Mediation Simulations

Posted on December 27, 2011 by admin

A few mediators are very interested to participate in Virtual Mediation Lab in order to improve their mediation skills, but are not familiar with Skype. For them, here are 6 videos that can be helpful.

1 – Setting Up Your Computer with Skype

2 – Create an Account with Skype

3 -Managing Your Account

4 – Making Calls with Skype

5 – How to Make Video Calls on Skype

6 – Screen and File Sharing with Skype

 

 

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How Transformative Mediation Works for Money-Based Disputes

Posted on December 26, 2011 by admin

I have just found an interesting 2-part article titled Transformative Mediation for Money-Based Disputes? Yep. Its authors talk about three phenomena that lead potential participants to believe mistakenly that transformative mediation is not appropriate for that kind of cases.

1) This case is simply about the bottom line – it’s not about anyone feeling weak and self-absorbed – it’s just about both sides trying to get the best deal.

2) There ARE a lot of reasons these parties are fighting that go beyond the bottom line.

3) The lawyers simply won’t be comfortable with the transformative approach.

To read the first part of the article click here – and to read the second part click here

I think it would very useful if some mediators who practice transformative mediation would participate in a Virtual Mediation Lab simulation, to demonstrate to other mediators not only the benefits of their method, but also how exactly it works.

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Family Law Mediation Training – January 4-7, 2012 – Houston TX

Posted on December 25, 2011 by admin

When: January 4-7, 2012 – 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where: South Texas College of Law – Houston, Texas
Registration fee: $675.00 per person

Description: This training meets the requirements of §154.052(b) of the Texas ADR Act, as well as the standards for Family Mediation Training set forth by the Texas Mediation Trainers Roundtable.

If you are interested in taking the Family Law Mediation Training you must have taken the 40 Hour Basic Mediation Training.

For more information contact Rita Cannon, Coordinator of the Frank Evans Center for Conflict Resolution (713) 646-2998 or email: rcannon@stcl.edu

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How to Negotiate at an Uneven Table

Posted on December 25, 2011 by admin

Title: Negotiating at an Uneven Table: Developing Moral Courage in Resolving Our Conflicts
by Phyllis Beck Kritek
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
ISBN: 0787959375

From the Publisher:

In the second edition of her landmark book Negotiating at an Uneven Table, Phyllis Beck Kritek explores the process of resolving conflicts in situations where unacknowledged inequity influences disputes and their outcomes.

Substantially revised and expanded, this new edition will help open minds and balance the negotiation process. Throughout the book, Kritek challenges traditional approaches to dealing with inequities at the negotiation table and offers alternatives for reframing the process.

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Extreme Facilitation: Guiding Groups Through Controversy and Complexity

Posted on December 25, 2011 by admin

Title: Extreme Facilitation: Guiding Groups Through Controversy and Complexity
by Suzanne Ghais
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
ISBN: 0787975931

From the Publisher:

Extreme Facilitation picks up where other books on the topic leave off, to present a revolutionary method that helps large, unwieldy, adversarial, and apparently dysfunctional groups achieve consensus and reach objectives on divisive and contentious issues no matter how long the group has been struggling.

Throughout the book, expert facilitator Suzanne Ghais shows how extreme facilitation—which puts the emphasis on creativity, flexibility, and customization—can change how group members interact with one another and how participants view the issues even in the most challenging and exceptionally difficult situations.

Extreme Facilitation covers the preparatory phases of the process, including assessment, convening, and contracting. Ghais also offers vital information on process design and tips for handling situations that many facilitators find particularly challenging.

This groundbreaking book offers suggestions for the facilitator who must cultivate a strong presence, trustworthiness, and creativity, and have a clear understanding of the group’s goals, needs, culture, and external conditions, such as pressures, requirements, and constraints. The extreme facilitator draws on a wide range of techniques that are driven by the needs of the group, not by the techniques themselves. To be truly effective, the facilitator must call on all of the group’s physical, intellectual, emotional, intuitive, creative, and spiritual capacities.

Extreme Facilitation will help both experienced facilitators and those new to the process become more confident and competent when faced with the most daunting challenges.

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