Author: Paula Rathjen

Curious About Mediation Research? Join the Academic Forum on 30 January Are you interested in post graduate courses or research at post graduate level on the subject of mediation? Why not attend the CMC’s Academic Forum taking place online 1pm-2pm on 30th January. Chaired by

Support Access to Justice: BAILII Offers A Free Database of British and Irish Legal Cases For anyone seeking legal materials, The British and Irish Legal Information Institute (BAILII) is an indispensable resource—offering the most comprehensive database of British and Irish cases freely available online. Both

A Night to Remember: The National Mediation Awards 2024 Braving wind and rain, Audrey Dorival attended the National Mediation Awards 2024 at the historic House of Commons. From celebrating outstanding achievements to connecting with inspiring colleagues, Audrey reflects on a memorable evening that showcased the

CEDR Calls for Mediators to Participate in Mediation Audit CEDR has launched its 11th Mediation Audit in collaboration with the CMC, gathering insights from civil and commercial mediators on key issues shaping the profession. The survey explores market trends, mediator experiences, and opinions on both

The CMC Launches Membership Survey The CMC has sent out a survey to its membership as part of a strategic review. The survey is split into sections, covering topics such as members' mediation practice, their experience of CMC membership, future strategy and professional development. The

Building Peace in Schools: Reflections on Restorative Practice Training Ben Harper, Peer Mediation National Coordinator for Quakers in Britain, recently completed a comprehensive training course on restorative practices for education settings. The training provided him with valuable tools and insights to support schools in adopting

Tackling the Net-Zero Challenge: The Evolving Role of ADR in Climate Governance As countries and corporations scramble to meet net-zero goals, conflicts over accountability and progress are becoming unavoidable. Mediation is emerging as a powerful tool to cut through the complexity, offering a collaborative path

CMC Launches New Mental Health Resources REPORT BY VICTORIA HARRIS Although conflict is a natural part of life and has the power to be transformative in a positive sense, it’s important to also acknowledge the potential for conflict to be destructive and in particular the