MWI Mediator Roundtables
Interactive discussions for mediators and conflict resolution practitioners who want to sharpen skills, explore emerging topics in ADR, and learn from respected voices in the field.
- Live conversations with experienced presenters and practitioners
- Practical ideas you can bring into your work right away
- A thoughtful, collegial space for continued learning and connection
- Insight into emerging topics shaping mediation and ADR
Why Attend
MWI Mediator Roundtables are designed to support continued growth in mediation and conflict resolution practice through live discussion, shared reflection, and exposure to fresh ideas from experienced presenters.
Build practical skills
Engage with ideas, strategies, and frameworks that can strengthen your mediation work in meaningful and immediate ways.
Learn from respected voices
Hear from seasoned practitioners and thought leaders on topics that matter across ADR settings.
Stay current
Explore emerging issues, evolving practice questions, and timely conversations shaping the field.
Connect with peers
Join a thoughtful community of mediators and conflict resolution professionals committed to ongoing learning.
Upcoming Roundtables
Explore upcoming sessions and register for the roundtables that interest you most.
Peace Courts & Restorative Mediation
Learn about the holistic peace practices in Peace Courts and how to redefine resolution.
What you'll learn
- How Peace Courts operate
- The lasting effects of community involvement in disputes
- The importance of how disputes and resolutions impact more than the parties at the table
Utilizing Time as a Tool
Learn how mediators can leverage time and pace to support productive dialogue.
What you'll learn
- How to acknowledge and navigate time within the mediation process
- How to use pace strategically to support understanding and progress
- How to make intentional and productive use of mediation time
Neuroinclusive Mediations
Learn how to navigate differences in communication, processing, and sensory experiences among neuro-diverse participants to create an accessible and inclusive mediation environment.
What you'll learn
- How to adapt mediation processes and communication to support multiple neurotypes in dialogue
- How applying a neurodiversity-informed lens reduces barriers, improves engagement, and strengthens conflict resolution outcomes
Focused Listening
Explore listening techniques that help us engage conflict more constructively.
What you'll learn
- How deep, focused listening supports collaborative problem-solving
- How constructive disagreement with co-workers or teammates can improve outcomes
- Why pausing before responding improves outcomes
Trauma-Informed Mediation
Learn to recognize and respond to trauma in mediation to support a safe and productive process.
What you'll learn
- How trauma affects communication and decision-making
- Practical tools for supporting clients with sensitivity
- Tools for self-care to prevent burnout and sustain your practice
Marketing Resolution
Learn to grow a thriving ADR practice through authentic marketing, strategic visibility, and meaningful relationships.
What you'll learn
- The importance of authenticity and visibility
- How to build momentum, community, and confidence
- Smart, ethics-compliant marketing for ADR practice
