Fletcher Mediation Training and Practicum (online via Zoom)

sponsored by the International Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (INCR) Program

MWI’s Mediation Training Program is designed to prepare participants to effectively facilitate the mediation process. The program explores all aspects of mediation through lectures, demonstrations, interactive exercises, supervised role-plays and group discussions. MWI’s mediation trainings meet the training requirement outlined in the Massachusetts Confidentiality Statute (MGL ch233 sec 23C) and Rule 8(c)(i) of the MA Supreme Judicial Court’s Uniform Rules on Dispute Resolution.

Dates/ Times

Spring 2024 (participants must attend all sessions)

• Saturday, January 20, 2024 – 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• Sunday, January 21, 2024 – 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• Saturday, February 3, 2024 – 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• Sunday, February 4, 2024 – 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Registration, Cost, & Deadlines

The cost of the training is $275 per student. Space is limited to 24 participants. Please send a check made out to “Trustees of Tufts College” and postmarked to Nathan Giacalone at Mugar 252 no later than noon on January 18, 2024 to complete the registration process.

Deadlines:

• January 18, 2024 – Registration and Payment Deadline (if you cancel after this date, there is a $50 fee)

INCR and MWI reserve the right to cancel this program and issue a full refund for any reason.

Topics to be Covered:

• An overview of mediation and other ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) methods; the nature and anatomy of conflict; mediation as “assisted negotiation.”
• The role and skills of a mediator including: setting the stage, interactive listening skills, defining issues, identifying interests, transmitting information, communication skills, co-mediation techniques, settlement strategies and agreement writing.
• Ethical dilemmas facing mediators; dealing with challenging behaviors; confidentiality and mediator liability.

Participants Will Receive:

• 30-hours of mediation training: including multiple opportunities for each participant to mediate with supervision.
• Certificate of Completion: in accordance with M.G.L. chapter 233 section 23C (Confidentiality Statute). Please click here for more information.
• Mediation Manual and Resources: A complete guide to mediation including reference materials and a bibliography. Information on state and national dispute resolution organizations.

Location:

MWI’s mediation training will take place online via Zoom. Please contact mailbox@mwi.org with questions.

For More Information

Questions? Please contact the 2023-2024 Fletcher Student Coordinator, Chiara Fargnoli at chiara.fargnoli@tufts.edu or email Clarice Parsons at cparsons@mwi.org for more information about the training program.