Author: Paula Rathjen

Workplace Mediation: Reflections from the New Deputy Chair of the Working Group Marie Coombes has stepped into the role of Deputy Chair of the CMC’s Workplace Mediation Working Group, working alongside Chair Dionne Dury. In this blog, she reflects on her professional journey into workplace

Community Mediation Working Group – Supporting Continued Momentum The community mediation sector continues to respond to change with creativity, collaboration and practical problem-solving. This update from the CMC Community Mediation Working Group highlights key issues, initiatives and opportunities shaping the work ahead, from funding and advocacy

Peer Mediation Working Group – Making Strides for Peer Mediation The CMC Peer Mediation Working Group continues to build momentum, with a focus on practical improvements and collaboration across the sector. From accessible training to promoting peer mediation nationally, there is plenty taking shape for

Strengthening Communities: The Independent Commission on Community and Cohesion A pivotal moment for the Independent Commission on Community and Cohesion as it prepares to launch a UK wide National Conversation later this year. On Monday, the Civil Mediation Council were invited by Sir Sajid Javid

Why Mediation Training Could Transform the Next Generation of People Leaders Conflict is an unavoidable part of working life, yet many future people leaders enter the workplace without the skills to handle it well. This article explores how embedding mediation training into higher education could

Justice Committee Evidence Highlights the Role of Mediation Following the CMC’s contribution to the Access to Justice Inquiry consultation last Autumn it was good to see mediation acknowledged as a solution to various issues raised during the Justice Committee’s recent evidence session at Westminster. Earlier

Supporting Local Authorities to Help Reduce Parental Conflict Across the UK the DWP supports Reducing Parental Conflict programmes through local authorities. Where the legal process is not in contemplation, community mediators can facilitate difficult conversations, provide a listening ear and give support to those experiencing

CMC Responses to Consultations and Calls for Evidence Behind the scenes, the CMC has been actively contributing to policy discussions that affect mediation practice and the work of our members. This autumn, we submitted three responses addressing access to justice, dispute resolution, and the place

No Mediation Privilege as yet. Why not? What protection should parties be able to rely on when they are encouraged, or required, to mediate? In the inaugural CMC Academic Lecture, Michel Kallipetis KC explores whether the time has come for the courts to recognise a

Marking a New Chapter: Reflections on the First CMC Academic Lecture The process of mediation hinges on trust, and last night’s inaugural CMC Academic Lecture cast a bright light on why confidentiality sits at its very heart. In a compelling address delivered by Michel Kallipetis