MEDIATION PREPARATION

Preparation is critical for each Mediation process. This is because each process is unique. What then constitutes Mediation Preparation (MP) for me? The following are some of the 'steps':

*I familiarise myself with the subject matter of the dispute via intensive research. I could even seek the advice of a Pharmacist, for example, if the matter has to do with wrong prescription or fake drugs.
*Have 'pre-meeting', not necessarily 'caucus' meeting with each of the parties if and when necessary.
*Inspect the ambiance of the Mediation room for any potentially distracting elements.
*Find out about the personalities involved in the dispute to see if there is 'balance of power' or lack of it.

This list is not exhaustive, but could constitute the beginning of MP.

Related Links

*Mediation: An introduction    https://www.americanbar.org/groups/publications/gp_solo/2021/jan-feb/mediation-introduction/

*Mediation preparation: So you've been contacted about a Mediation. What next?    tinyurl.com/vjhnk2ty

*Mediation preparation tools:   http://www.riverhouseepress.com/...
*Is Mediation a panacea?     https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/mediation.panacea...
*Active listening: Listening perspectives   www.truenorthresources.com/.../2016/11/28/active-listening.../

*3 simple strategies to become a better listener  thriveglobal.com

*Practical EI for salespeople   https://lnkd.in/gSaaDFg

*10 tips on how to grow your Mediation and/or Arbitration practice   https://lnkd.in/edC-7k4   howtomarketmymediationpractice.com/blog-1/19-easy-tips-on-how-to-grow-your-mediation-or-arbitration-practice

*My eye rolls to grimaces   jdsupra.com/legalnews/from-eye-rolls-to-grimaces-80254/?origin=

*Mediation 20/20   https://rb.gy/ntuf0m

*Brene Brown on Empathy   https://www.youtube.com/watch 
*An end to ping-pong mediation    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/end-ping-pong-mediation-matt-sossi?trk=mp-reader...

*5 rules for men who negotiate with women   https;//www.adrtimes.com/5-rules-for-men-who-negotiate-with-women/: Later stages of Mediation    https://www.cedr.com/six-ways.../

*Kenya: Judiciary settles Sh4.5b cases through Mediation   https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/economy/judiciary.../

*6 ways to be a better Mediation advocate

*Historic moments in Negotiation    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/historic-moments-negotiation-lee-hornberger/
*Mediation: What's the problem?    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/mediation-whats-problem-david-liddle

*The hidden perils of unresolved grief   https://www.mckinsy.com/.../the-hidden perils-o-unresolved-grief/

*Mediating an Investor-State dispute by Wolf von Kumberg   https://digitalcommons.pepperdine.edu/drlj/vol18/iss3/4/

*'I know what you did last summer': The danger of being too predictable in your next negotiation    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/i-know-what-you-did.../

*Providing Mediation services in entrepreneurship    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/providing-mediation-services-entrepreneurship/

*The empathic brain of psychopaths: From Social Science to Neuroscience   https;//www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fpsyg2020.00695.../

*Mediation: Movement, Business or Racket?     https://bit.ly/2GBuCH5

*Mediation strategies to overcome Bias, Pre-judgements & Assumptions    https://www,jdsupra.com/legalnews/mediation-strategies-to-overcome-bias.../

*Real world Negotiations & the power of story    https://www.pon.harvard.du/real-world-negotiations/

*Manage your divorce expectations    https://www.nytimes.com/2021/01/30?at-home/manage-your-divorce.html/

*Mediation Law during Covid-19 pandemic   https://www.cedr.com/mediation-law-during-covid-19/

*The Aim of Argument   https://www.cinergycoaching.com/2020/10/the-aim-of-argument/

*Mental health: Charity begins major study of lawyer wellbeing   https://lnkd.in/dF-NB2E

*How to listen, really listen to someone you don't agree with   t.ted.com/iDsf9h

*Workplace Conflict Resolution & ADR: The case for a Workplace Resolution Policy   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/case/workplace-resolution-policy-michael-farrier

*The value of 'Joint Session Mediation'   https://www.cedr.com/the-value-of-joint-session-mediation/

*Principled Negotiation in involves drawing on objective criteria to settle differences of opinion   https://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dispute-resolution/principled-negotiation-resolve-disagreements/

*Interest-Based Negotiation: In Mediation, focus on your goals   https://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/mediation/when-dealing-with-difficult-people-focus-on-your-goals/
*On Mediation: TORs of Mediation should include the mandatory participation of women - UN    https://t.co/dKliERStuQ

*The benefits of being a Mediation Mentor   https;//imimediation.org/2020/10/23/mentoring-benefits/

*What makes strangers connect or not?   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-makes-strangers-connect-or-not/  #EI  #personalitydissonance  #7mtf

*Mediation is not magic: A look at realistic expectations & what can be achieved    http://www.mediate.com/articles/FidlerH3.cfm
*10 ways to get confused over communication    allinbusinessandfinance.info/leadership-programs-10-ways-we-get-confused-over-communication
*Mediation: What's holding it back?    http://insights.davidopenmediator.co.uk/post/102dppr/mediation-whats-holding-it-back...
*Mediation awareness week: Be bold, brave & creative    http://bit.ly/2dJxzae

*Understanding why we blame https://www.cinergycoaching.com/2020/08/understanding-why-we-blame/

*The 'compassion mindset' https://lnkd.in/eZ-D_cj 
*VA therapist's whistle blower complaint resolved through Mediation    http://www.govexec.com/oversight/2016/05/va-therapists-whistleblower...
*Mediation of corporate disputes    http://business.inquirer.net/210337/mediation-corporate...
*Resolving a parenting dispute? Get with the times    http://www.mediate.com/articles/direnfeld...
*What questions should you ask before hiring an Attorney: A Mediator's perspective    http://www.mediate.com/articles/kesley...
*The power of silence in conversation    http://tdjakes.com/posts/the-power-of-silence-in-conversation...
*Negotiation case studies: Google employs ADR    www.pon.harvard.edu/daily-dispute-resolution/google-approach-to-dispute-resolution/
*6 illusions that restrict Mediation    https://mediatbankry.com/2016/11/15/six-illusions...
*Mediation practice for business disputes    http://www.thelegalintelligencer.com/...
*51 tactics for getting things done faster in collaboration    http://www.horizon2020consulting.com
/51-tactics...
*What type of listener are you?    http://www.tdjakes.com/posts/which-type-of-listener...
*Arbitration risks: Why Arbitration is necessarily better, faster & cheaper than litigation    http://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/arbitration-risk...
*Leveraging trial strategies to improve your negotiation    www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/leveraging-trial-strategies...
*Police negotiation techniques from the NYPD    http:www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/crisis-negotiations...
*How to disagree    http://buff.ly/2iMyAyM
*Which type of listener are you?    http://www.tdjakes.com/posts/which-type-of-listener...
*Gambia: Jammeh appoints mediator amid political deadlock    dlvr.it/N4wBK4
*Gender & Negotiation    https://www.youtube.com/watch...
*MBTI: Illustrating 16 personality types with films    https://www.giant.courses/store/cbtDortz
*Mediation: Attracting new clientele    https://www.linkedin.com/group
*An alternative to the use of traditional Dispute Resolution (DR)    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dispute-resolution
*In praise of Mediation    http://www.marilynstowe.co.uk/2017/01/24/in-praise   
*When Mediation won't work    http://blog.sfbar.org/2016/04/01/when-to-call-it-quits-mediation-doesnt-serve-all-clients/
*Beyond court, there are other (better) options to resolve parental conflict: Here are 4    http://www.mediate.com/articles/direnfeld...
*Pillars of life for successful interactions interactions    http://www.mediate.com/articles/goldman...
*How does Mediation work in a lawsuit?    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dealmaking-daily/does...
*Proactive early intervention Mediation in a changing field    http://www.mediate.com/article/meierdingfuture...
*Commercial & International Mediation    http://www.linkedin.com/pulse/commercial-international-mediation-arbitration-dispute...
*Deal-making: Avoiding pitfalls in deal drafting    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dealmaking...
*Diversity & Mediation    www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/diversity-and-mediation-97748/
*How to stay calm in argument    www,wikihow.com/stay-calm-in-an-argument
*Sports Mediation vs Civil Mediation    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/sports-mediation-civil-mediation
*Hearing vs listening    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/asm-blog-hearing-vs-listening-paul-sanford
*Negotiation skills: Threat responses    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily/negotiation-skills-threat-response
*Arbitration vs Mediation: What's wrong with traditional arbitration?    www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/mediation/whats-wrong-with-traditional-arbitration/
*Worst Negotiation tactics of 2015    www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily/top-10-worst-negotiation...
*3 signs that you are dispute savvy     https://blog.globalpoundconference.org/2016/10/...
*Building resilient lawyers    www.lawpracticeday.org/article/firms-build-resilient-lawyers/
*Medical Mediation: GP Practice, Mediation & Early Dispute Resolution    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/asm-blog-medical-mediation-gp-practice...
*The power of a simple 'thank you'    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills...
*Virtual Mediation Lab Linkedin hits 500+ members    https://t.co/77UKTkwLHz
*Beyond moral panic: Negotiation theory & university strikes in Nigeria    digitalcommons.kennesaw.edu/jgi/vol19/iss2/8
*Cost & duration of Arbitration    https:glodalarbitrationnews.com/costs-duration-arbitration-survey
*How to save face in Negotiations    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-save-face-ours-theirs-negotiations...
*Mediation & coaching: I'm right, you're wrong    https://www.susan-ingram.com/2016/12/im-right...
*5 conflict resolution strategies    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/conflict-resolution
*Online peer Mediation platform    goo.gl/MHMHWs
*Mediation in the early stages of a case: ABI's 'Bankruptcy Mediation' book    https://mediatbankry.com/2017/01/26/abis-bankruptcy-mediation-book...
*Consumer cases & Mediation    https://mediatbankry.com/2017/01/31/why-dont-consumer-cases...
*Negotiation research on Mediation techniques: Focus on interests    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/mediation
*Blaming & Mediation: Blaming is simply the discharging of discomfort and pain. It has an inverse relationship with accountability    http://www.upworthy.com/her-story-is-pretty-funny-but-the...
*Civil & Commercial Mediation: Trading in our professionalism    https://www.linkedin.com/pulseasm.blog-civil-commercial-mediation
*Telling is listening: Ursala K. Le Guin on the magic of real human conversation    https://www.brainpickings.org/2015/10/21/telling...
*Family business disputes & conflict resolution    www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/conflict-resolution/when-family-business-disputes-require-conflict-resolution/
*Dispute resolution & divorce solutions for Jolie, Pitt & others    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dispute-resolution/
*When Lose-Lose is the Best Alternative to a negotiated agreement (BATNA)    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/mediation/when-lose-lose...
*Medical Mediation, early Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, Adjudication & independent investigation    http://www.linkedin.com/pulse/medical-mediation-early-dispute-resolution-paul-sanford
*Warning: Mediation profession at risk from rogues & cowboys    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/warning-mediation-professionals-from-rogues-cowboys...
*Reclaiming Mediation's future: Getting over the intoxication of expertise, re-focusing on Party self-determination    http://www.mediate.com/article
*4 strategies for making concessions    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skill
*A wife's fervent plea for divorce & family Mediation    centre.com/a-wifes-fervent-plea-for-mediation/
*ADR in LGBT issues    www.mediation.com/blog/adr-in-lgbt-issues/...
*Peter Drucker's wisdom & Dispute Resolution    http://www.mediate.com/.../huangP3.cfm...
*The benefits of the Neutral Evaluation (NE)    https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/the-benefits-of-the-neutral...
*Managing factions in multi-party negotiations faultlines in groups    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/mediation/faultlines...
*In contract negotiations, agree on how you'll disagree    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dispute-resolution...
*Inspiration from Mediation    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/inspiration-mediation-from-medeline-albright...
*Here's the secret of communicating with irrational, angry & crazy people    ti.me/2lO1slF
*Reservation point in negotiation: Reach negotiated agreements by asking the right questions    http:www.pm.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills...
*Why do humans really decide to mediate?    http://www.primedispute.com/...
* How to lead Negotiations with purpose    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-lead-negotiation
*Making subjective clauses regarding managers enforceable in a settlement agreement    http://www.linkedin.com/groups/... 
*Why candid communication is essential for your team    https://www.hubgets.com/blog/candid-communication
*Money & happiness: How Mediation can change your client's outlook    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/money-happiness
*9 steps to finding a Mediator    https://kidsbeforeconflict.com/9-steps-for-finding-a-mediator
*The benefits of a Mediator with a sore throat    http://www.linkedin.com/pulse/benefit-mediator-sore-throat-jan-frankel/
*Do perceptions lead to conflicts?    http://www.doylesolutions.com.au/workplace-mediator-brisbane-2/
*Ethics in Negotiation: How to avoid deception in employment Negotiations    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/batna/the-forces-behind-deception-in-job-offer-negotiations/
*Negotiating with your children: How to resolve family conflict    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/conflict-resolution/negotiation
*Be a better Mind Reader & create value using Integrative Negotiation Strategies (INS)    www.pon.harvard.edu.daily/win-win-negotiation-how-to-be-a-better-mind...
*International Negotiations & beyond majority rule    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/international-negotiation...
*Beyond Arbitration & Mediation: Designing the Dispute Resolution process to fit the situation    http://www.mediate.com/article/zeytoonianmbl...cf
*ADR training: Mediation curriculum    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/mediation...
*Power in Negotiation: The impact of Negotiators & the Negotiation process    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation...
*Negotiation: 6 guidelines for 'Getting to Yes'    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills...
*Mediation & the principle of emergence   mediationblog.kluwerarbitration.com/2019/10/02/mediation-principle-of-emergence/
*The value of Mediator soft skills to medern commercial practice   mural.maynoothuniversity.ie/10947/1/4.GregRooney - The Value of Mediator...pdf
*Mediator Musings: How to market a resolution practice   https://www.mediationinstitute.edu.au/podcast/mediator-musings-with-natalie-armstrong-motion/
*Preparing Mediation Statements   https://www.mwi.org/preparing-mediation-statements/
*How can we sell the Mediation product if we haven't worked out what it is   mediationblog.kluwerarbitration.com/2019/02/19/how-can-we-sell-mediation-product.../
*A tale of two Brooks: The importance of communication in Negotiation   https://www.mwi.org/the-importance-of-communication-in-negotiation
*Deep canvassing & the power of active listening   https://www.mwi.org/deep-canvassing-and-power-active-listening/
*Emotional Intelligence (EI) in Conflict Resolution (CR): Focus conflict on constructive outcomes   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/focus.../
*Mediation techniques for managing bias  https://www.mwi.org/mediation-techniques-for-manging-bias
*Business negotiation skill tips: Curb your over-confidence    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/business-negotiation...

*Accessing Court Mediation: Results of a global study   https://adrinasia.wordpress.com/2020/09/24/accessing-court-mediation.../

*Worried about difficult conversations?   https://on.wsj.com/2Ayla2h

*Family business disputes    http://www.mediate.com/...
*An early Mediation intervention brings order out of chaos    https://mediatbankry.com/2017/01/17/-an-early-mediation-intervention-brings...
*Opening remarks in Mediation    http://www.mediationresolves.com/60-seconds-updates/
*How Mediation at the end of a case is wasteful    http://mediatbankry.com/2017/02/09/how-mediation-at-the-end-of-a-case-is-wasteful/
*3 ways to increase your influence in Negotiation    https://www.mwi.org/three-ways-to-increase-your-influence-in-negotiation/
*Starting out as a Mediator    https://www.linkedin.com/groups/...
*Experienced Mediators have brains that are physically 7 years younger than non-Mediators    http://digest.bps.org.uk/2016/04/experienced-mediators-have...
*Harvard unveils MRI study proving Mediation literally re-builds the brain's grey matter in 8 weeks    http://www.feelguide.com/2014/11/19/harvard-unveils-mri...
*An outline of a matter involving discord in a local parish church which is addressed through Mediation    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/asm-blog-outline-matter-involving-discord-local-parish...
*5 Mediation myths debunked    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/five-mediation-myths...
*Emotion & the art of Business Negotiation    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/business-negotiation
*Lawyers will be forced to suggest Mediation under a new Bill    https://t.co/KiZ9ki6YxI
*The power of mobile devices (iPad, iPhone) on online Mediation - 10 minute video    https://t.co/4DajggLmSq
*Mediation: Getting clients & keeping them    http://www.dailybusinessview.com/id...
*The sounds of silence in Mediation    http://shaumediation.com/uncategorised/the-sounds-of-silence-in-mediation
*Mediation in Universities: Student complaints, staff disputes, students' living issues    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/mediation-universities-student-complaints-staff-living...
*Ten Mediator commandments    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ten-mediator-commandments-john-k-mitchell-esg-...
*Mediators who separate parties are doing harm    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/mediators-who-separate-parties-doing-harm-dan-simon
*5 key considerations when deciding whether or not to mediate    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-key-considerations-when-deciding-whether-mediate
*Evaluative & Shuttle Mediation are doing harm    http://www.transformativemediation.org/transformative-mediation-techniques-science-confirms-benefits/
*Mediation or Arbitration    http://www.advocatedaily.com/herschel-fogelman-mediation-arbitration-involve-distinction-skills-techniques
*Journals of Mediation/Website    http://revistademediacion.com/en/
*It's a real tragedy that people keep conveying false & misleading information about Mediation    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/its-real-tragedy-people-keep-conveying-false-misleading-mark-b-baer...
*Is Mediation failing Burundi?    https://www.issafrica.org/events/view-on-africa...
*Mediation: Joint sessions    http://www.linkedin.com/groups/935617/...
 *Mandatory Mediation & good faith: 'You can lead a horse to water, but...'    https://mediatbankry.com/2016/07/12/mandatory-mediation-good-faith-you-can-lead-a-horse-to-water...
*110 years of Mediation: Principles, Opportunities & Challenges    www.mediate.com/articles/MaffetoneC1.cfm/
*What great listeners actually do    https://hbr.org/2016/07/what-great-listeners-actually-do?...
*What gets in the way of listening    https://hbr.org/2014/04/what-gets-in-the-way-of-listening...
*Effective communication during change    http://hubs.ly/HO3SHrDO
*6 reasons to listen more    https://blog.teamwork.com/6-reasons-every-smart...
*Settlement Counsel & Mediation    http://www.sgrllp.com/part-2-designated-settler/
*10 tips to obtain optimal outcomes at Mediation    http://sydneybarrister.net.au/
*How does Mediation work in a lawsuit?    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dealmaking-daily/does-law...
*Learning to listen    http://www.lawpracticetoday.org/article/learning-to-listen/
*Resolve your next fight like an FBI Negotiator   https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2017/04/149760/couple-conflict-resolution-jancee.dunn
*5 'new' rules for winning Negotiations   https://blog.blackswanltd.com/the-edge/the-5-new-rules-for-winning-negotiations/
*How to tell if someone is toxic in the first 5 minutes of meeting them   https://www.goalcast.com/2018/07/16/how-to-tell-someone--is-toxic-first-five-minutes-meeting-them/
*Book - Mixed Method Mediation: A hybrid approach to conflict resolution by Douglas B. Spoors   https://www.amazon.com/mixed-method-mediation-approach-resolution/dp/1727455894
*Compound fractures: Political formations, armed groups & regional mediation in South Sudan   https://issafrica.org/research/east-africa-report/compound-fractures-political-formation-armed-groups-and-regional-mediation-in-south-sudan
*Mediation has an identity problem, but is it its fault?   https://lnkd.in/gB6HEvX
*Exercise is better for your mental well-being than money - Yale & Stanford researchers   bit.ly/2Vvb8Xr
*What does good Mediation look like? A consumer's eye view   https://t.co/Y8XnqNBO16
*Israel frees two prisoners two years after Russian Mediation    https://t.co/WxOAOvVOjZ
*Family Law Mediation   https://t.co/k20sRpTcY8
*How to handle difficult conversations like a pro   thriveglobal.com/stories/difficult-conversations-lessons-psycologist-mindful-communication-wisdom/
*The Mediators' Toolkit: Formulating & asking questions for successful outcomes by Gerry O'Sullivan   www.osullivansolutions.ie
*Framing Mediation: Family-centricity or lawyer protectionism   https://familymediationgroup.ca/framing-mediation-family-centricity-or-lawyer-protectionism/
*The Singapore Convention: The best of both worlds in international Dispute Resolution   linkedin.com/pulse/best-both-worlds-international-commercial-dispute-dazo-nedic-ll-m/
*Mandated Mediation: What to expect   https://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/mediation/mandated-mediation-what-to-expect/
*What works in 'Custody Mediation'?: Effectiveness of various Mediator behaviours   https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/
*Email Negotiation: Emotion detection difficulty - Are you angry, happy or sad?   https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10726-018-09611-4...
*Beyond Abstinence: Safe & impartial evaluation can be effective in Mediation   https://www.americanbar.org/groups/dispute_resolution/publications/dispute_resolution_magazine/2019/summer-2019-new-york-convention/ 
*Create your own Mediation Service   http://bit.ly/2nscPsP
*The angry Negotiator   https://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily/the-angry-negotiator/

*An introduction to the 5 stages of Mediation   https://www.adrtimes.com/an-introduction-to-five-stages-of-mediation/

*5 reasons Mediation(s) fail & how to avoid them - CEDR   https://www.cedr.com/five-reasons-mediations-fail/

*Why rejection hurts so much & what to do about it    t.ted.com/ob8GmRA

*3 kinds of empathy: Cognitive, Emotional & Compassionate - Daniel Goleman   www.danielgoleman.info/three-kinds-of-empathy.../ 

*Investor-State dispute reconceptualised  https://digitalcommons.pepperdine.edu/drlj/vol 18/iss3/4/

*Should emotions be taught in schools?   t.ted.com/Gdxckci

*Empathy may be in the eye of the beholder   https://buff.ly/3jGOmJa

*Why facts don't change our minds   https;//www.newyorker.com/mgazine/2017/02/27/why-facts-dont-change-minds/

  





 

ON-LINE DISPUTE RESOLUTION (ODR) IN AFRICA

"ODR aims to make every mobile phone a point of access to justice, with algorithms dynamically directing cases toward hundreds or thousands of virtual doors available to fit each disagreement to a specifically crafted and appropriate forum for resolution" 

- Andrea Maia, Mediar 360 - Dispute Resolution @ International ODR Forum

The mobile phone is ubiquitous in Nigeria. Since the year 2000 when mobile phones were introduced in the country, the proliferation of same has been phenomenal. What with every other artisan carrying one. At the hairdresser's, the client's time is eaten into by frivolous phone calls by the stylist. Sometimes, an artisan, who is usually paid on a daily basis spends a considerable amount of time he/she should have spent doing your work on the phone, and you still have to pay the agreed amount!

Could machines communicate and negotiate in a positive and empathic way? This is the realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI), which many discerning practitioners have embedded in their work. Remember: Garbage in, garbage out - It's what you feed into the machine that determines its output.  How can we key into the availability of the mobile phone, the internet, Skype, etc to advance ODR on the continent of Africa? There is a list of relevant criteria that the ODR platform should meet:

1) The platform should be accessible to the disputants and the Mediator.
2) The process should not be too complicated for the parties to understand.
3) In Africa, we should be conscious of internet access.
4) The time zones should be noted, even within Africa.
5) The platform should be certified secure enough for all the parties to feel safe to speak under 'Chattam House' rules.

The foregoing criteria are not exhaustive, and seem to constitute a tall order in Africa, but we'll get there! What about race relations between & among the disputants, not ignoring their psychological state. In this era of multiple intra-state conflicts on the continent, the socio-ecological analysis of contemporary conflicts in the relevant clime and how they could affect the particular Mediation process should be taken into consideration. Am I delving into the realm of neuro-science? Does anyone share my optimism in this gargantuan task of pulling together mediation, arbitration, neuro-science and other methods of dispute/conflict resolution to aid ODR in Africa?


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*What's critical race theory?    harvardmagazine.com/2016/03/bu-law-professor-khiara-bridges-teaches-critical-race-theory-at-harvard-law
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*Acceptance of 'bad happenings': How do I get there?    http://www.lamountaincoaching.com/self-awareness/accepatance-how-do-i-get-there/
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*The Bhudist & the neuroscientist    www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2015/07/dalai-lama-neuroscience
*4 reasons it's ok to be the first to apologise     http://www.tdjakes.com/.../4-reasons...
*4 ways to control your emotions in tense moments    trib.al/07H3oTk
*How social isolation is killing us    http://www.nytimes.com/2016/12/upshot/how-social...
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*How to love: Zen Buddist teacher, Thich Nhat Hanh on mastering the art of 'interbeing'    https://www.brainpickings.org/2015/03/31/...
*Research suggests young people are losing the art of conversation    virgin/7L5l5  #readbyrichard
*Distracted driving: Parents do it too    cnn.it/2aH8R6H
*Habits of successful millennials    on.forbes.com/6011BLhEP
*What's good parenting for children in one place may be harmful in another    https://childandfamilyblog.com/good-parenting/
*Intelligent people tend to be messy, stay awake longer & swear more    http://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/intelligent-people...
*People who don't drink alcohol are more likely to die young    www.businessinsider.com/abstaining-from-alcohol-significantly-shortens-life/
*Asking for help does not make you weak    http://www.tdjakes.com/posts/sending-out-an-sos...
 *Does having sex affect athlete's performance?    edition.cnn.com/2016/08/08/health/sex-olympics-athletic-performance?     edition.cnn.com/2016/08/08/health/sex-olympics-athletes-performance/...
*Online Mediation made simple - 30 minute video    https://www.linkedin.com/groups...
*10 professions with the most psychopaths    http://www.inc.com/jessica-stillman/the-10-orofessions-with...
*8 traits of highly intelligent people    www.businessinsider.com/8-common-traits-of-highly-intellligent-people...
*Why your teenage thinks you're an idiot    http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/jun/25/why...
*9 comebacks for dealing with arrogant people    https://www.powerofpositivity.com/9-comebacks...
*Being cynical is easy. It's having hope in the face of adversity that's hard, but essential    https://t.co/60vtFlFjWp
*What if addiction is not a disease?    chronicle.com/article/what-if-addiction-is-not-a/237383
*5 ways pessimists try to bring you down    https://www.powerofpositivity.com/ways-pessimism...
*How you can function on less than 6 hours of sleep    http://time.com/3544255/function-little-sleep/
*Why six hours of sleep is as bad as none at all    www.fastcompany.com/3057465/how-to-be-a-successs-at-everything/why-six-hours-of-sleep-is-as-bad-as-none-at-all...
*17 facts about left-handed people    onedio.com/content/17-impressive-fun-facts-about-left-handed-people...
*Reading books linked to longer life    qz.com/75109/new-research-links-reading-books-with-longer-life/
*3 ways my parents unintentionally taught me that my opinion didn't matter    everydayfeminism.com/2016/05/teachung-consent-doesnt-matter/
*17 disadvantages of being intelligent    onedio.co/content/17-disadvantages-of-being-intelligent...
*This question lets you know if you're a psycho or not!    onedio.co/content/this-question-lets-you know-if-youre-a-psycho-or-not...
*Road rage, daydreaming & 7 other signs you're depressed    https://nypost.com/2016/08/15/road-rage-daydreaming...
*Happiness in intelligent people is the rarest thing I know by Einstein     https://t.co/Pb6fl9lNOA
*Abused 4 year old child tells Police her name is 'idiot'    edition.cnn.com/2016/08/18/health/arkansas-abused-child-trnd/index
*7 ways Millennials are different from their grandparents 50 years ago    wef.ch/2bKSgl1
*Ego in business: Don't let your pride get in the way of closing the deal!    http://www.viva-naija.com/ego-in-business-dont-let-your-pride...
*Book up for a longer life: readers die later, study finds    https://www.theguardian.com/books/2016/aug...
*10 things kids of divorce wish their parents would stop doing    http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/10-things-kids-of-divorce...
*Successful decision-makers are slow & uncertain    https://lawyerist.com/120732/successful-decision...
*Good manners will open doors that the best education cannot by Clarence Thomas    https://t.co/M34ddy3eT
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*Study: There peak times for divorce    http://cnn.it/2bNyUH...
*Cope with the shock of losing a loved one    www.tdjakes.com/posts/cope-with-the-shock
*Stop beating yourself up. You've been through enough    www.tdjakes.com/posts/stop-beating-yourself-up
*Grandmas who babysit are less likely to develop dementia & alzheimers    www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/news/a39971/grandparents-dementia-alzheimers/
*Doctors & lawyers have more in common than I ever imagined    www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/doctors-and-lawyers-have-more-in-common...
*Here's what getting spanked as a kid did to your person    https://mic.com/articles/141851/have-s-what-getting...
*20 brutal truths about life no one wants to admit    www.inc.com/matthew-jones/20-brutal-truths-about-life-no-one-wants-to-admit.html
*5 steps to raising emotionally intelligent children    www.inc.com/justin-bariso/5-steps-to-raising-emotionally-intelligent-children...
*Researchers confront an epidemic of loneliness    www.nytimes.com/2016/09/06/health/loneliness-aging-health-effects.html
*Artificial intelligence & loneliness    www.surfacemag.com/articles/critic-artificial-intelligence-loneliness
*Being single is hard    https://medium.com/@emmalindsay/being-single-is-hard
*Advantages & disadvantages of leadership styles: Uncovering bias & generating  mutual gains    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/leadership-skills-daily/
*A psychologist believes there are only 4 types of personality. Which one do you have?    https://brightside.me/article/a-psychologist-believes-there-are-only-four-types-of...
*Trump's Emotional Intelligence (EI) deficit    https://www.poject-syndicate.org/commentary
*The day I chose my heterosexuality    https://goodmenproject.com/featured-content/the-day-i-chose-my-heterosexuality...
*How I found my life's passion by asking these ridiculous questions    www.upworthy.com/how-i-found-my-lifes-passion-by-asking-myself...
*People over 40 should only work 3 days a week    http://www.eatliveglow.com/people-40-work-3-days-week...
*6 elements of an effective apology    https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/04/...
*Unconscious reactions separate liberals & conservatives    http://www.scientificamerican.com/article/calling-truce-politician
*What science tells us about leadership potential    https://hbr.og/2016/09/what-science-tells-us-about-leadership
*How our emotions influence decision-making    www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2016/09/the-best-headspace-for-making-decisions/
*The role of technology in Mediation    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-role-should-technology-play-mediation-bruce-edwin
*8 benefits of empowering people    http://enterprisebusinessclub.com/8-benefits-of-empowering-people/
*Re-defining stakeholders    http://www.projectmanagement.com/articles/346810/redefining-stakeholders
*Why writers are the most procrastinators    http://www.theatlantic.com/business/archives/2014/02/why...
*A hostage Negotiator's lesson in listening   https://www.pressreader.com/thailand/the-nation/20190104/...
*Re-discovering the power of conversation: If it is good to talk, why is it so hard?   https://lnkd.in/d2qHwiB
*The value of Mediator soft human skills to modern commercial practice   https://lnkd.in/gS3Pv4P
*ODR: The 'new' virtual doors at the Multi-Door Courthouse   mediationblog.kluwerarbitration.com/2019/09/08/the-multidoor-courthouse/
*10 tips to ace online negotiations   https://www.forbes.com/sites/jacknasher/2020/05/14/forbes-top-10-tips-to-ace-online-negotiations/
 
  
   



  
    

ANNOUNCING ICERM's FIRST ANNUAL CONFERENCE

I am a member of the Board of Directors of ICERM (International Centre for Ethno-Religious Mediation), based in New York. The first annual conference holds next year. The conference website is - http://icermediation.org/Mediation/Daf/Annual International Conference.html. Please view the website to submit an abstract and register. 

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ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION (ADR)

While many perspectives of ADR abound, in essence, ADR is an alternative to the adversarial process that dominates litigation in the courts and justice systems. ADR uses such techniques as arbitration, mediation and negotiation in an attempt to resolve disputes. In other words, ADR is a non-coercive alternative to the legal system that uses third party interveners. For many, it is seen as a more humane version of the legal system.

But some argue that it is really the court system that should be viewed as the alternative to ADR. They say that in Africa, for example, ADR preceded the courts. When elders preside over a matter and "resolve" same, they are engaging in ADR.

Which came first? The egg or the chicken? Did ADR precede the courts, or is it the other way round?

Related Links

*3 ways to handle conflict like a Christian should    www.crosswalk.com/blogs/christian-trends/3-ways-to-handle-conflict-like-a-christian-should

*ADR: The smart choice during the pandemic   https://www.milesmediation.com/blog/adr-the-smart-choice-during-pandemic/
*Theories of Change for the Dispute Resolution Movement: Actionable ideas for re-vitalisation   https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3533324
*Crafting solutions to conflict: A practical & positive perspective   https://craftingsolutionstoconflict.com 

*Resolution skills for leaders     https://lnkd.in/dSD4g5m 

*Understanding the conversation about Peace-Building: A analysis of organisational communication   https://www.allianceforpeacebuilding.org/afp-publications/understanding-pb-09-2020/IP names Lise Grande as new President/CEO   usip.org

*Ashok Swain on democracy, diplomacy & water sharing agreements in the Nile basin   https://in-pursuit-of-development.simplecast.com/episode/ashok-swain

*Responding to conflict   cinergycoaching.com

*ADR: Examples from RJ    pon.harvard.edu

*LGBTQ + Activism & Peace-building by Chita Nagarajam     https://lnkd.in/ea6C5gz

*In Somalia, a young woman leads in Dispute Resolution    stories.undp.org

*ADR & Tripartite Disputes in Africa   https://lnkd.in/gZ2-S5j

*USIP names Lise Grande as new President/CEO   usip.org

*There is no such thing as a truly 'natural' disaster. Words matter, says Head, UNDRR, Mami Mizutori   bit.ly/33e6jZg  #NoNaturalDisasters

*Turning the Tables: Insights from locally-led humanitarian partnerships in conflict situations   https://pcdn.global/tools-resources/new-report-turning-the-tables-insights-from-locally-led-humanitarian-partnerships-in-conflict-situations

*The pros & cons of using a 'Discovery Referee'or 'Special Master' in ADR   https://www.jamsadar.com/blog/category/special-master/    https://wwwijamsadr.com/blog/category/discovery-referee/   https://acc.com/sites/default/files/resources/vl/.../programmaterial/1302890_1.pdf   https://www.courtappointedmasters.org/acam/assets/file/public/resources/using-special-masters-and-referees.pdf  https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/159587541.pdf

*Resolutions; A podcast about Dispute Resolution & Prevention   ambar.org/ResPod

*Identicide & War-Fighting   linkedin.com/pulse/identicide-war-fighting-dr-sarah-jane-meharg/
*Med-Arb: An Alternative to Alternative   https://lnkd.in/dFp7Tb2  #ADR  #Innovation  #medarb
*How online Platform Providers can best comply with Articles 11 & 12 of the EU B2P Regulation by Wolf von Kumberg - Fmr. European Legal Director, Northrop Grumman Corporation & Mediator/Arbitrator   https://lnkd.in/gjgC2zu
*Arbitration: Pros & Cons    blog.Isclawyers.com.au
*More choosing Mediation    http://news.asiaone.com/news/singapore/more-choosing-mediation-over-court

*External evaluation of EU's support for Conflict Prevention & Peace-Building (2013-2018    https://economyeuropa.eu/international-partnerships/external-evaluation-eus-support-conflict-prevention-peacebuilding-2013-2018_en
*Synergy between mental health and Mediation professionals    safianmediation.com
*Faith-based actors & post-conflict peace-building in Jos/Kaduna, Nigeria: 2000-2015   https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.2979/africonfpeacrevi.10.1.03?seq=1

*US: Trump won't commit to a peaceful transfer of power if he loses   https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/trump-transfer-of-power/2020/09/23-trump-wont-commit-to-peaceful-transfer-power-if-he-loses/

*Indigenous Dispute Resolution & National Reconciliation: Learning from the Gacaca Courts in Rwanda by Basil Ugorji   https://lnkd.in/dq7_qge

*Infrastructure & Peace-Building: The role of infrastructure in tackling the underlying drivers of fragility   https://lnkd.in/eTWU7dx

*Parenting for peace   https://nextierspd.com/parenting-for-peace/

*One way happy couples argues that differs from ordinary couples  https://www.forbes.com/sites/bryan-robinson/2020/09/07/one-way-happy-couples-argue.../

*Choosing Divorce Mediation through statistical analysis    rhklawoffice.com

*Arbitration: Is an ambiguous arbitration clause enforceable?    http://www.internationallawoffice.com/Newsletters/Detail.aspx?g=6001295d-9365-4...
*Hate your ex more than you love your kids?: Helping children of divorce    http://www.benstich.com/effects-of-divorce-on-children-of-divorce/
*Psycho-therapeutic approaches to use in Mediation    thetcmgroup.com
*Handling conflict with tact    http://keishasays.com/doubt-stop/
*How to win every argument    http://theweek.com/article/index/254240/how-to-win-every-argument
*Authenticity in Mediation    mediatoracademy.com
*When Arbitration is used as avenue for money laundering    jenner.com/system/assets/.../IBA_Arbitration_May_07_Schaner.pdf?...
*What about Mediation?: Mark Baer on you tube    youtube.com
*ADR/ODR/e-mediation/blind Mediation    slideshare.net
*Video game to teach teenagers conflict resolution    http://www.conflictengagementspecialists.com/blog/cedaria-blackout-video-game-project-with-emily-jacquard-search-for-common-ground-beirut-lebanon/
*The future of Dispute Resolution    theguardian.com
*Review of ODR: Theory & Practice    webjcli.org    Mohammed Wahab, Ethan Katsh & Daniel Rainey (eds)  ISBN978-94-90947-25-5  (571 pages)
*ODR, Mediation & Virtual Role Play with Guiseppe Leone    mediatoracademy.com
*ADR toolbox - News & Resources for ADR professionals    adrtoolbox.com
*ODR paper    http://www.jersylvi2013.org/
*Mediating by Skype (across borders)    kluwermediationblog.com
*Example of On-line Mediation and Workplace discrimination    http://goo.gl/EgrIq
*Mobile Mediation: The new frontier of On-line Mediation    http://bit.ly/AjdLpO
*How it feels when you mediate for the first time on-line: 37 minute video recording of the simulation    http://goo.gl/EroRK    Maria Eugenia's first time experience    http://goo.gl/7Zis6
*Mediation & Dispute Resolution (DR) in the health sector    linkedin.com
*Small claims Mediation    http://www.thedisputeresolutioncentre.org
*Implementation of the Darfur Peace Agreement    http://sco.It/7WU3QP
*Study on Mediation time & Cost Savings/Effective Mediation Policy by the European Parliament    youtube.com
*Managing trans-boundary resource dispute    http://www.environmentalpeacebuilding.org/library/toolkits-and-guidance/show/libraryitem-009
*Negotiation research on Mediation techniques: Focus on interests    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/meditation
*Integrative negotiation strategies & negotiation ethics: Social proof & acceptable behaviour    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/business-negotiations/social
*Creating value in integrative negotiations: Myth of the Fixed-Pie of resources    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily
*Cognitive biases in negotiation & conflict resolution: Common negotiation mistakes    www.pon-harvard.edu/daily/conflict-resolution/how-ideology-leads-to-misjudging/?mqs...
*How to see through these three Hardball Negotiation Tactics    https://hbr.org/2016/04/how-to-see-through-these-3-hardball-negotiation-tactics
*BATNA: Examples of 10 hard bargaining negotiating skills & negotiation strategies    www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/batna/10-hardball-tactics-in-negotiation
*Why is sincerity important? How to avoid deception in negotiation    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/conflict-resolution/why...
*Characteristics of negotiation styles    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily/
*What are the 3 basic types of Dispute Resolution? What to know about Mediation, Arbitration & Litigation    www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dispute-resolution/what-are-the-three-basic-types-of-dispute-resolution
*Body language in the negotiation process & beyond    www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily/negotiation-techniques-and-body-language...
*Why is negotiation important in business? Your reputation at the bargaining table    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/business-negotiations...
*Liberia's child soldiers: Recovering innocence    https://t.co/tneBDx7KuK
*Despite 24-hour curfew, Xmas day attack on Goska (Southern Kaduna) kills 6, including SS2 students    https://t.co/ZbEtppGjTR
*Coping with crisis in African states    http://www.amazon.com/Coping-Crisis-African-States-Peter/dp/
*Conflict & economic development    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/confdev-2016
*The tales of religious wars and economic woes    https://www.linkedin.com/groups/147530
*IGAD demands rival military forces leave South Sudan's capital    http://www.voanews.com/content/gad-demands-rival-military-forces-leave-south-sudan-capital/3422564.html

*Challenges of working from home: Dealing with hidden conflicts   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/challenges-working-from-home-dealing-with-hidden conflicts
*Islamic state group: The full story    http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east...
*What drives South Africa's violent protests?    https://www.issafrica.org/events/what-drives-sas
*Most whites in South Africa earn 6 times more than blacks    businesstech.co.za/news/general/109323/most-whites-in-sa-earn-6-times-more-than-blacks/
*American blindness & the racism all around us by Chimamanda N. Adichie    www.theatlantic.com/politics/archives/2014/10/american-blindness-to-the-racism...
*UN envoy for Columbia, Jean Arnault, highlights the critical importance of preserving hope for 'negotiated ends to armed conflict'    https://twitter.com/UN/status/...
*Youth & sustainable peace in Nigeria: Revisiting UNSCR 2250    https://nypionline.wordpress.com/2016/10/21/youth...
*Peace & Security Council Repost No 85    https://www.issafrica.org/research/peace-and-security...
*Negotiation examples in real life: The importance of interest in negotiations, using agents    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/mediation/...
*Sustaining peace requires urgent climate action    https://www.issafrica.org/iss-today/sustaining-peace-requires-urgent-climate-action
*Maintaining your power in Negotiations    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/conflict-resolution/...
*Aggressive Negotiation tactics: How to make wise threats    www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily/how-to-make-wise-threats/  
*Cooperation or Combat: The choice is yours!    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/cooperation
*9 tips for successful dispute negotiation    https://sourceable.net/nine-tips-for-successful-dispute-negotiation/
*Strategy for 3rd party disputes    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/strategy-third-party-disputes-michael-toebe?trk=mp...
*Congo! 60 million deaths & still counting    http://howafrica.com/congo-60-million-deaths-media...
*How to use a Conflict Mode    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-use-conflict-mole-ralph-kilmann...
*Political uncertainty in Guinea Bissau: Dynamics threatening demographic consolidation & national stability    http://www.wanep.org/wanep/
*Why litigating may not be the choice for you    westchesterfamilylaw.com/why-litigating-may-not-be-the-choice-for-you
*What leads to re-negotiation    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dealmaking-daily/...
*Nuclear disarmament: It's time to place human survival at the centre of international decision-making     cht.hm/2eOAsnA
*Measuring peace in a complex world   visionofhumanity.org/press-release/global-peace-index/
*AI & ADR: 'Smart contracts (blockchain), Celebrity computers, Sophia 2015 (Hanson Robotics)'   linkedin.com/pulse/ai-alternative-dispute-rsolution-james-south/
*Litigation is combat: No 'ifs' & 'buts'    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/litigation-combat-ifs-and-buts-mark-b-baer?publish
*Conflict Management skills now in high demand in the workplace    www.theglobalmail.com/report-on-business/careers/career-advice/life-at-work/conflict-management
*Arbitration vs Mediation & Conflict Resolution    www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/conflict-resolution/mediation-and-conflict-resolution/?mqsc...
*Rwanda accused of human rights abuses    https://t.co/UlvBNbGv5w    https://t.co/poXQd3yzfu
*The stories of conflict    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/stories-conflict
*Violent extremism: How safe is South Africa?    https://www.issafrica.org/events/violent-extremism
*Mixed reactions as Emir of Kano declares love for Jesus Christ    www.olisatv/2016/10/mixed-reactions-as-the-emir-of-kano-declares-love-for-jesus-christ
*Power in Negotiation examples: Self-fulfilling prophecies in Negotiation    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily/...
*Conflicting lifestyles exaggerate conflicts for divorced parents    http://mindbodynetwork.com/article/conflicting-lifestyles...
*What is anchoring in Negotiation? www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily/what-is-anchoring-in-negotiation/
*It's not Muslims who are most likely to kill you in a terrorist attack, it's men    http://www.independent.co.uk/voices/terrorist-attack-muslims
*CrisisWatch trackers for conflict risks & opportunities for peace    crisiswatch.com
*Using art for peace    usip.org/events/using...
*Pope Francis says the world is at war, but it's not about religion    trib.al/jYSdtye 
*Whenever you are in conflict, start with yourself    http://toughconversations.net/what-i-wish-id-said/...
*How we are empowered through conflict    https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/irrelational...
*Putting kids first: How to reduce conflict, preserve relationships    https://www.amazon.com/Putting-Kids-First-Divorce...
*6 reasons why Bankruptcy Mediation is a process, not a One & Done session    https://mediationbankry.wordpress.com/2016/05/03/bankruptcy-e-session...
*16 minutes of ADR by David Hoffman on 'Fairness & Mediation'    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/16-minutes-adr-david-hoffman...
*An introspective journey into Negotiation skills    http://tobtr.com/s/8807427  #BlogTalkRadio
*Niger Delta Avengers (NDA) blow up Escravos pipeline again: ADR to the rescue?    newmail-ng.com/niger-delta-avengers-blow-up-escravos-pipeline-again/
*ADR in Nigeria by Damfebo Derri    www.africanbookscollective.com/books/alternative-dispute-resolution-in-nigeria
*Arbitration law & practice in Kenya by Githu Muigai    www.africanbookscollective.com/books/arbitration-law-and-practice-in-kenya
*Third Party Funding (TPF) in Arbitration: The first 125 years    https://blogs.lexisnexis.co.uk/dr/third-party-funding-in-arbitration-the-first-125-years/
*Are you managing conflict? Quiet please    http://dld.bz/e492N
*Mediation & Collaboration vs Litigation    http://www.familylawincanberra.com.au/mediation-and-collaboration-vs-litigation/
*Online Mediation: What it means & how it works    bit.ly/1W3vVi2
*Are Project Managers afraid of collaboration during Mediation?    http://bit.ly/1XRCyn5
*Short books relevant to Conflict Transformation (CT), Peace-building (PB) & Security
-Brave new war by John Rob    https://goo.gl/iCTOHa
-Man & the state of war by Kenneth N. Waltz    https://goo.gl/5hywJh
-The art of war by Sun Tzu    https://goo.gl/gJadf8
-The origins of political order by Francis Fukuyama    https://goo.gl/pNEZ4M
-Causes of rebellion in Waziristan    https://goo.gl/cbFdrO
-ISIS by Michael Weiss & Hassan Hassan    https://goo.gl/zJEQPK
-In the name of identity by Amin Maalouf    https://goo.gl/92m7MM
-Syria by John McHugo    https://goo.gl/MWjFrv 
*Multiple party realities: 6 reasons why bankruptcy Mediation is a process, not a one-and-done session    http://bit.ly/1NJiUri
*Mediation, Arbitration involve distinct skills, techniques    http://www.advocatedaily.com/herschel-fogelman-mediation-arbitration-involve...
*Exploring the use of Community Mediation (CM)    http://mediatorsbeyondborders.org/exploring-use-community-mediation-czech-republic/
*Educating for peace: Helping citizens overcome HRs violations    https://www.insightonconflict.org/blog/2016/08/...
*Failure to specify arbitral seat in the Arbitration Clause may result in unenforceable award    http://globalarbitrationnews.co/failure-specify-arbitral-seat-arbitration-clause-may-result-unenforceable-award/
*The Aesthetics of a successful Mediation    http://shaumediation.com/uncategorised/the-aesthetics-of-a-successful-mediation/
*Comparison of ICC, LCIA, SCC, CIETAC, SIAC, HKIAC & UNCITRAL Arbitration rules    http://globalarbitrationnews.com/comparison-of-the-icc...
*The Art of War    www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/the-art-of-war-of-the-roses-86817/
*Prisoner's Dilemma (PD) simulation game for Conflict Resolution (CR) & Negotiation (N) teaching/training    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/prisoners-dilemma-simulation-game-conflict-resolution..
*Pasta Wars (PWs) simulation    http://ssrn.com/abstract=2200350
*Ore Wars (OWs)    http://ssrn.com/abstract=2757569
*Should we choose 'confidentiality' over 'ensuring good behaviour in Mediation'?: A Legal Malpractice debate    http://mediatbankry.wordpress.com/2016/06/08/should...or-in-mediation-a-legal-malpractice
*The cost of conflict    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/cost-conflict-bruce-edwards...
*The danger in the use of bombs in Nigeria's conflict resolution    obinnachukwuezie.press/2016/05/30/the-danger-inthe-use-of-bombs-in-nigeria-conflict-resolution/
*Better Early Warning (EW) to prevent conflict    https://www.issafrica.org/iss-spotlight/better-early-warning-to-prevent-conflict...
*How to succeed at work when your boss does not respect you    https://hbr.org/2016/06/how-to-succeed-at-work-your-boss-doesnt-respect-you
*Are you listening to the person you are having conflict with?    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/you-listening-henry...
*The place of apology in complaints against health care providers    http://www.ukmediation.net/#!the-place-apology-in-complaints
*Are you jumping to conclusions?    http:westchesterfamilylaw.com/are-tou-jumping-to-conclusions/
*Why Nigerian Christians are wearing their church clothes to school in Osun state    bbc.in/290HANT
*Thinking of divorce? Try Mediation/Negotiation    http://www.huffingtonpost.com/robert-s-blair-jr/thinking...
*EU Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)    http://www.promediate.co.uk/eu-consumer-alternative-dispute-resolution
*Build bridges, not walls    https://plaisterblog.wordpress.com/
*'He's such a jerk!: It's called labeling and damning others, making conflict resolution more difficult    https://www.linkedin.com/group/75300/
*4 steps to developing a conflict-resilient mind set    ow.ly/UxM631MwdA #conflictchat
*The forgotten art of non-verbal communication    bit.ly/29eWXjN #Cloud #Video #Collaboration #Social
*Why revenge is bitter-sweet    huff.to/299n5Kv
*Weak governance is perhaps the most important driver of conflict in Africa    issafrica.org/iss-today/
*Our brains & conflict    https://www.linkedin.com/groups/
*Are you a firefighter or arsonist?    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/you-firefighter...
*In the face of tragedy/conflict, the first response should be to strengthen the common values that bind us    huff.to/29Crz13
*How to build a culture of collaboration    http://blog.azendoo.com/build-culture-of-collaboration/
*The LRA rising again?    https://www.issafrica.org/iss-today/the-lra-rising...
*Shekau's refusal to head ISIS instructions tears BH apart    https://www.thecable.ng/shekaus-refusal-head-isis-instructions-tears-boko-haram-apart...
*De-radicalisation prisoners in Nigeria: Developing a basic, prison-based de-radicalisation programme    journals.sfu.ca/jd/index.php/jd/article/news/56
*BH & the persecution of Christians in Nigeria by Bishop Matthew Kukah    https://www-youtube.com/watch?v
*BH's rise & mutations by Hakeem Onapajo    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1keKZwn-QoO
*BH's operating environment & it's future    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aP1npgYpj
*Still battling BH    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmB-PZ8p6...
*War costs us $13.6tr. So why do we spend so little on peace?    https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2016/06/the...
*Interactive Security Tracker (IST) maps violence in Sub-Saharan Africa    https://globalvoices.org/2016/06/26/interactive-security-tracker-maps-violence-in-sub-saharan-africa/
*BH's buyer's remorse    foreignpolicy.com/2016/06/20/boko-harams-buyers-remorse/
*The Niger Delta Avengers & Nigeria    http://www.linkedin.com/pulse/niger-delta-avengers-nigeria-today-frank-engelsman...
*How BH became IS's West Africa province    http://www.rightsidenews.com/world/islamic...
*BH technically defeated? Op Lafiya Dole & Combat Operations in Nigeria/Lake Chad area, 2015    http://wp.me/p3KYWL-gl    https://peccaviconsulting.wordpress.com/2016/05/10/...
*Nigeria & BH terrorists/Pro-Biafra movement    http://www.btimes.co.uk/boko-haram-fulani-herdsmen-probiafrans-threaten-nigeria-unity...
*10,000 Chadians under BH shadow can't go home    http://www.hindustantimes.com/world/can-t-go-back...
*BH, IS & the underlying concerns for West Africa    africanarguments.org/2016/04/27/boko-haram-islamic-state-and-the-underlying-concerns
*Why many people join BH despite its notorious violence    https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/monkey...
*BH 'lures,traps' young Nigerian entrepreneurs with business loans    http://www.defenceweb.co.za/
*EU funding for students affected by BH    www.news24.com.ng/National/News/eu-funding-boost-fg-students-affected-by-boko...
*Nigerian Army announces arrest of leader of Ansaru    www.africanews.com/2016/04/03/nigerian-army-announces-the-arrest...
*IS registration forms identify 22,000 Jihadis    news.sky.com/story/is-documents-identify-thousands-of-jihadis-10198557
*BH: Urgency for security mapping, EWSs & adequate security for IDPs    http://donokereke.blogspot.com.ng/2016/03/boko-haram-urgency...
*Islamism on the rise in Africa    https://muslimsinafrica.wordpress.com/2016/03/02/islamism-on-the-rise-in-africa
*The often overlooked link between drug profits & terror    https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2016/02/the-often...
*Ideological drivers of Islamic terrorism in Africa    https://muslimsinafrica.wordpress.com/2016/02/08/time-to-crack-down-on
*How growing up in a poor, conflict-afflicted country affects early childhood development    wrld.bg/VXro302aqLj
*When celebration turns to blood: South Sudan's 5th anniversary    http://www.insightconflict.org/2016/07/south-sudans-5th...
*Is ISIS unstoppable?    cht.hm/isis-question
*Why Rwanda's transformation is a big deal    http://www.ubukungu.rw/en/spip.php?article...
*Pastor's poem on racial discrimination    edition.cnn.com/2016/07/13/us/tampa-pastor-poem/viral-white-privilege-cnn-john-berman
*How to handle the emotions in racial injustice while at work    www.blackenterprise.com/career/how-handle-emotions-racial-injustice-while-work/
*John Paul Lederach: The art of peace    www.onbeing.org/program/art-peace/182
*Is your anger a cover for shame?    https://www.psychologytoday,com/blog/mindful-anger-2016/07/is-your-anger...
*10 anger management tips    www.rejectlost.org/anger-management-tips-help-strategies/
*How to stop being annoyed by life    www.cnn.com/2016/07/14/health/stop-being-annoyed-wisdom-project/index.html
*Is religion the root of the world's conflicts?    aje.io/8yq4
*Work with people, not on them    www.mediate.com/articles/lenski...
*Where are the women & minorities in global dispute resolution?    www.americanlawyer.com/id.../where-are-the-women...
*World War 3 will be 'extremely lethal & fast'    www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-3823741/world-war-3-extremely-lethal-fast-army...
*Are you the toxic one?    http://www.tdjakes.com/posts/are-you-the-toxic-one
*Taking stock of conflict around the African continent    https://www.issafrica.org/iss-today/taking-stock...
*Dispute Resolution: Mandatory Arbitration under fire    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dispute-resolution/
*What's your BATNA & how to use Negotiation to create win-win scenarios    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/batna/batna-negotiations...
*Arbitration vs Mediation: Definition of Mediation as a problem solving process    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/mediation
*An alternative to traditional Dispute Resolution    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dispute-resolution/an-alternative...
*Conflict & Negotiation case study    http://www.pon,harvard.edu/daily/conflict-resolution/...
*Negotiation examples in business: Ethics, bias & bargaining in good faith    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/business-negotiations/
*Power in Negotiation: The impact on Negotiators & the Negotiation process    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily/
*Why Police shooting videos sizzle on social media but fizzle in court    www.law.com/sites/almstaff/2016/07/13/potent-on-social-media-police-shooting-video...
*Is an adversarial approach to pre-marital agreement wise?    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/adversarial...
*How to divorce like a grown-up (& co-parent like one too)    http://huffingtonpost.com/entry/how-to-ask-your-spouse...
*Police negotiation techniques & negotiation skills from the NYC Police department    http://www.pm.harvard.edu/daily/crisis-negotiations/crisis...
*In contract Negotiations, agree on how you'll disagree    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dispute-resolution/
*Coup attempt in Turkey: What you need to know    edition.cnn.com/2016/07/16/middleeast/turkey-coup-questions/
*Priests ask Police to use them as target practice, not young black men    http://www.independent.co.uk/news/work/americas/us-clergy...
*Tech for peace: Facts & figures    http://m.scidev.net/global/conflict/feature/tech-for-peace
*Peaceful coexistence among religious groups: Panacea for sustainable development by Sultan    https://t.co/R5yvvbMeT    http://t.co/h1CTDAo3PM
*Dealing with a high conflict personality: 3 goals for survival    https://garydirenfeld.wordpress.com/2016/08/19/
*Witness protection: Facilitating justice for complex crimes    https://www.issafrica.org/publications/policy-brief...
*Peace-building & the arts    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/peacebuilding-art...
*UK: Civil courts review recommends expanded role for ADR    http:www.lexology.com/library/detail...
*Resolving conflicts with a teenager    https://t.co/uFp8DrFsyk
*CAN calls emergency meeting over Zamfara, Kaduna killings    punch.com/can-calls-emergency-meeting-zamfara-kaduna-killings/
*Management of client expectations & dispute resolution    https://t.co/vbOKL3z3NB
*Dealing with difficult people & negotiation: When should you give up the fight?    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dealing-with-difficult-people...
*Negotiation techniques from international diplomacy: Lessons from business negotiators    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dealmaking-daily/...
*How to negotiate when values are at stake    http://www.cbuilding.org/publication/article/2010/how-negotiate...
*In negotiation, how much do personality & other individual differences matter?    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily/
*Negotiation research demonstrates the impact of memory on decision-making processes in bargaining scenarios   http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/dispute-resolution/
*Characteristics of negotiation styles    http://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/negotiation-skills-daily/
*Is Restorative Justice (RJ) exhausting?    https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/between...
*Making Peace-Building more effective    https:?/www.issafrica.org/media-room/videos...
*Hajiya Halima Mahdi is one of the 50 women we've trained in peace-building in Nigeria    http://t.co/lhl9euZlt7 #PeaceDay    http://t.co/OOOGmjnXc1
*Dispute Resolution through Arbitration   http://www.antlawyers.vn/legal-service/dispute-resolution.html
*Grassroots justice systems   https://kiyenga-amani.ssrc.org/2018/04/17/what-is-the-local-exploring-grassroots-justice-systems-as-a-means-of-understanding-the-local/
*Re-discovering the power of conversation: If it is so good to talk, why is it so hard?   https://lnkd.in/d2qHwiB
*Mediating the future of Dispute Resolution: The Singapore Convention   https://lnkd.in/dpW6BrB
*Two monologues do not make a dialogue   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/two-monologues-do-make-dialogue-sarah-rosenthuler
*6-track approach to conflict resolution   https://bit.ly/2YJ2wgA  #Track6Approach
*Healthy conflict for a good cause   https://journalrecord.com/2019/07/19/florence-healthy-conflict-for-a-good-cause/
*Educating the next generation in resolving social media disputes   https://www.mediate.com/article/relyea-educating-next-generation
*Litigation vs Mediation: How businesses can win without going to court   https://www.bakersfield.com/kern-business-journal/litigation-vs-mediation-how-businesses-can-win-without-going-to-court/
*Ethno-religious crisis in Nigeria: Analysis & resolution   https://www.icermediation.org/ethno-religious-conflict-in-nigeria-analysis-and-resolution/
*Successful ADR depends on improvisitional skills   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/successful-adr-depends-improvisational-skills-jeffrey-krivis/
*5 steps to having a difficult conversation   thriveglobal.com/stories/how-to-have-a-difficult-conversation-dialogue-stress-tips/
*State of Peace-Building 2019: 7 observations   lisaschirch.wordpress.com/2019/12/24/state-of-peace-building-2019-seven-observations/
*How to practice mindfulness in conflict situations   thriveglobal.com/stories/how-to-practice-mindfulness-in-difficult-situations/
*10 conflicts to watch in 2020   crisisgroup.org/global/10-conflicts-watch-2020/
*How to build and sustain peace by UNDP   https://www.undp.org/content/undp/en/home/blog/2019/how-to-build-and-sustain-peace.html
*Conflict Transformation & Rule of Law in West Africa   issafrica.org/research/west-africa-report/content/counter-terrorism.../
*Honour the space between 'un-peace' & peace   cynergycoaching.com/2020/04/the-space-between-unpeace-and-peace/

*Book - 'Beyond this life: Peace-Building/Peace-Making more meaningful when we grasp our nature as  immortal souls'   https://lnkd.in/g2Pz3X9

*Book - 'Satellite imagery in conflict-affected areas: How technology can support WFP emergency response   copese.org/book/satellite-imagery-in-conflict-affected-areas.../

*Global Peace & Security: Roles of traditional & indigenous leaders   https://www.youtu.be.com/watch?v_1jCjwDk1r4

*De-commissioning nuclear weapons by Ray Acheson   wilpf.org

*UN75: Strong public support for international cooperation & multilateral governance   pewresearch.org

*The 10 steps of Strategic Peace-Building: Create your strategy to build a more peaceful & just world   https;//copese.org/book/the-10-steps-of-strategic-peace-building/

*UN: Nuclear Weapons Ban Treaty to enter into force: 50 countries have ratified a UN Treaty to ban nuclear weapons   abcnews.go.com/us/wire-stort/nuclear-weapons-ban-treaty-enter-force-73810802/

*Johan Galtung  @ 90: His enduring legacy to Peace Research in Oslo   https://copese.org/book/johan-galtung-@-90.../

*UN Day - Message   https://www,un.org/en/observances/un-day/msg

*Emotions & Making Peace   https;//www.linkedin.com/pulse/emotions-making-peace-evan-hoffman

*Do you always like you when you are in conflict?   https://www.cinergycoaching.com/2020/10/do-you-alwys-like-you-when-you-are-in-conflict/ 

*Conflict resolution for 2021    https://www.cinergycoaching.com/2020/12/conflict-resolution-for-2021/

*Multi-level reconciliation & peace-building: Stakeholders'perspectives    https://amzn.to/34pFe50

*Elicitive Peace & Conflict Monitoring:A pilot study in Iraq    undp.org

*UN Secretary-General's global ceasefire plea in the wake of Covid-19 falls on deaf ears    voanews.com    https://t.co/cdOIEOViQu?ap=1

*10 conflicts to watch out for in 2021    crisisgroup.org/global/10-conflicts-watch-2021/

*Take charge gracefully while in conflict    https://www.rwerhousepress.com/en/blog/directing-conflict-style/

*Re-framing campus conflict    conflictconnections.com

 

 


     




         



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MEDIATION

In my practice, I have tried to maintain a delicate balance between empathising with my clients and remaining true to my calling as a Mediator who is a 'neutral facilitator' that helps the parties to decide how to solve their problem. Sometimes, empathy can encroach into the terrain of 'neutrality' and 'professionalism'.

What has been your experience?

Related Links

*Mediation Books: Recommended from Edwards Mediation Academy   ow.ly/iK8350AVxBr

*Women in Mediation: Reflections, Challenges & Opportunities   https://hubs.li/HOsYD7JO

*The more we empathise with others, the more generous we are    www.fastcoexist.com/3058231/the-

more-we-empathise-with-others-the-more-generous-we-are

*3 kinds of Empathy: Cognitive, Emotional & Compassionate - Daniel Goleman   www.danielgoleman.info/three-kinds-of-empathy/

*US: Mediation, Neutrality, Political Conflicts & the  2020 Elections by Ken Cloke   https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-cloke-4b66433.../    https://www.mediate.com/articles/cloke-2020-elections.cfm

*Empathy has a gender bias: Here's how to close the gap   https://www.amazon.com/bond-between-women/dp/1573227390

*Arbitration, Mediation & Mixed Modes: Seeking workable solutions & common ground on Med-Arb, Arb-Med & Settlement-Oriented Activities by Arbitrators by Thomas Stipanowich   https://lnkd.in/gCPqxb4

*Negotiating for life: Liberian women's negotiating skills   https://www.icermediation.org/negotiating-for-life/

*How to be truly helpful when someone is upset: Toxic positivity vs validation/understanding   https://lnkd.in/gBETeuB via tammylenski

*Ensure the future of Mediation: Empowerment through experience generation/mentoring   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ensure-future-of-mediation/

*Worried about difficult conversation: Advice from a hostage negotiator   https://on.wsj.com/

*Getting beyond 'Yes': Trust, linkage & cooperation can resolve the Ethiopia-Egypt-udan GERD dispute   https://wwwhift your mindset   https://lnkd.in.com,ethiopia-insight.com/2020/09/trust-linkage-cooperation-resolve-ethiopia-egypt-sudan-gerd-dispute/

*Drained by compassion fatigue? Shift your mindset   https://lnkd.in/exfTZmb

*6 habits of highly empathic people   https://www.youtube.com/watch?=G9jC1...

*Applying Cynefin Complexity Theory (CCT) to Mediation   https://lnkd.in/gyafius

*Listening without judging, interrupting or correcting could change someone's life   thriveglobal.com/stories/the-secret-listening-others-permission-to-feel-angela-duckworth

*How to become a scientist of your emotions   https://www.thriveglobal.com/stories/how-to-become-scientist-of-your-emotions/

*The application of non-state-based standards in international Arbitration   https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3609623

*The need for Mediators to adopt an 'M Plus' approach   https://bit.ly/mediationplus

*Can your politics predict how empathic you are?   https://greatergood.berkley.edu/article/item/can_your_politics_predict_how_empathic_you_are/

*The connection between empathy towards others and ethics   https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/empathy-and-relationships/201701/the-connection-between-empathy-towards-others-ethics/

*Listening skills checklist   https://bit.ly/3lCI7Gp

*Curbing 'Implicit Bias': What works & what doesn't   https://www.discoverymagazine.com/mind/curbing-implicit-bias-what-works-what-doesnt/

*'Don't Litigate, Mediate' Testimonials   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/dont-litigate-mediate-testimonials-yadev-llm-chambers-solicitors/

*10 benefits of Divorce Mediation  https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/10-benefits-divorce-mediation/

*13 signs of high EI   https://www.inc.com/justin-basiro/13-things-emotionally-intelligent-people-do.html

*Australia: Mediation accreditation standards to be modernised    https://www.lawyersweekly.com.au/sme-law/29348-mediation-accreditation-standards-modernised/

*Why we habituallyblame, and what it often costs us   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-we-habitually-blame...michael-toebe/     

*Why Emotional Intelligence matters   https://www.thriveglobal.com/stories/why-emotional-intelligence-matters/

*Brene Brown on Empathy   https://www.youtube.com/watch

*Technology industry's increased use of Mediation & Arbitration   https://lnkd.in/g7FkXYg 
*Virtual Mediation here to stay  #ADR  #Mediation  #ICT  #OnlineMediation   https://www.lawsociety.ie/gazette/top-stories/virtual-mediation-here-to-stay
*Understanding the science behind 'Mindfulness'   thriveglobal.com/stories/understanding-the-science-behind-mindfulness/

*'The Book of Real World Negotiations: Successful strategies from business, government & daily life'  by Joshua N.Weiss   amazon.com
*From Argument to Settlement   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-argument-to-settlement/
*The (un)surprising effectiveness of African Mediation efforts   https://africanarguments.org/2020/07/02/the-unsurprising-effectiveness-of-african-mediation-efforts/
*Divorce does not have to be messy: Try Mediation  https://lnkd.in/g_uCAis   https://lnkd.in/edbXyrg
*Understanding online Mediation - Podcast   https://share.hsforms.com/5956807/
Negotiation skills: Definition & examples   https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/negotiation-skills//emotion-mediation-understanding-importance-ben-thomson/
*Emotion in Mediation: Understanding its importance   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse

*Criticising others   https://www.cinergycoaching.com/2020/08/criticising-others/

*Why trying to make Mediation a profession is contrary to its purpose   https://caotica.caos-conflict-management.co.uk/why-trying-to-make-mediation-profession-contrary-to-its-purpose/

*Handling Conflict Mediation(s) triggered by Covid-19   https://www.hrmagazine.co.uk/article-details/handling-conflict-mediations-triggered-by-covid-19   https://lnkd.in/dur-vf7
*Virtual Mediation: Key issues & considerations   https://lnkd,in/dtb9ScT
*'Mediating Dangerously - The frontiers of Conflict Resolution' by Kenneth Cloke   amazon.com/mediating-dangerously-the-frontiers-of-conflict-resolution-kenneth-cloke/
*$234,000 grant from Templeton World Charity Foundation Inc. (TWCF) to Nigeria's Dr. Eugene Ohu - LBS/PAU for project: 'Teaching children empathy & compassion through 'Virtual Reality Games' (VRGs)   bit.ly/lbsvrgrant
*Courts encouraging Mediation in England & Wales   https://lnkd.in/dcqduQ5
*Understanding workplace Mediation   https://vimeo.com/439471081/2201a1163
*'Mediation is confidential' Really?   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/mediation-is-confidential-tracy-gould-shunin
*The 4 steps of listening   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/4-steps-of-listening
*Is your relationship pressure cooking? Try Mediation   https://lnkd.in/edbXyrg
*Relationship Mediation   https://claritymediation.net/blog/2020/6/11/relationship-mediation/
*Living together, separating & divorcing: Surviving during a pandemic - Over 70 leading Mediators help you deal with the loss of income, lack of accommodation, etc   https://www.amazon.com/living-together-separating-divorcing-accommodation-ebook/dp/BO88MF1W3M
*Child-friendly tips for separated parents during the Covid-19 crisis   https://www.pandemic.relationships.com/child-friendly-tips-separated-parents-during-the-covid-19-crisis/

*Revitalising American diplomacy: Why Mediation support should be part of the foreign policy re-build   https://brook.gs/3fPBwEH
*Neuroscience & Kindness/Compassion: The connection between Mediation & Empathy   thriveglobal.com/stories/empathy-compassion-meditation-training-practice-ethics-psychology/
*The father of EQ reveals 12 ways to increase your EI   https://www.inc.com/jeff-haden/the-father-of-eq-reveals-ways-to-increase-your-ei.html
*Existential Maturity & what Emotional Intelligence (EI) really means   brainpickings.org/2019/11/25/the-school-of-life-book
*Mediation alongside Arbitration & Litigation - Eileen Carroll   www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8_Dmkfzo1o
*Is Mediation legally binding?   https://familymediationgroup.com/is-mediation-legally-binding/
*Should Mediators be required to be Attorneys?   https://bit.ly/25DkohP
*Arbitration agreements: Don't play chicken with imprecise drafting   https://www,allens.com.au/insights-news/2020/05/arbitration-agreements.../
*6 ways to become a more empathic entrepreneur    https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/
*Empathic design: Mapping your brain, brand & data    http://www.business2community.com/strategy/empathic-design
*Can empathy improve policing?    http://greatergoodberkley.edu/article/item/can_empathy_...
*Visit the world's first Empathy Museum    http://www.empathymuseum.com/
*8 ways to build customer empathy    http://www.heartofthecustomer.com/eight-ways-build-customer...
*How empathic understanding might assist in creating more compassionate policy options    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-empathic-understanding..
*How to become a scientist of your own emotions: Cultivating EI in ourselves & in our kids   thriveglobal.com/stories/how-to-become-scientist-of-your-emotions/ .
*US: Bridging our national divide demands empathy & compassion    https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/empathy...
*Design thinking: Getting started with empathy    https://www.interaction.design.org/literature/article/design-thinking...
*Empathy can connect victim, perpetrator    cornellsun.com/2016/11/10/professor-empathy-can-connect-victim-perpetrator
*The dark side of empathy: How absorbing emotions can drain you    https://www.powerofpositivity.com/dark-side-empathy...
*Empathy & ethics    https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/empathy-and...
*Become a better leader through self-empathy    http://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/
*Why empathy is key to 21st century business & why you should care    www.talentculture.com/why-empathy-is-key-to-21st-century-business-and-why-you-should-care/
*Doctors, nurses & empathy    https://theconversation.com/are-our-busy-doctors...
*Empathy, ethics & lawyers    www.law.com/sites/almstaff/2017/01/12/how-vws-in-house-lawyers-screwed-up-a-litigation-hold/
*Becoming powerful makes you less empathic    https://hbr.org/2015/04/becoming-powerful-makes-you...
*7 ways to develop empathy    http://www.patrickwanis.com/7-ways-to-develop-empathy/
*6 facts about empathy    https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/tech-support/...
*Empathy is actually a choice    www.nytimes.com/2015/07/12/opinion/sunday/empathy-is-actually-a-choice.html?_r=O
*A little empathy makes good leaders great    https://www.entrepreneurs.com/article/
*Finding the limits of empathy    http://campaignstops.blog.nytimes.com/2012/04/29/finding...
*Conservatives are happier than liberals, but only because they lack empathy    www.thejournal.ie/conservative-liberal-happiness-social-welfare.../
*The importance of helping your kids to develop empathy    http://internationalchoolparent.com/empathy-children/...
*Empathy: One of the keys to my business success    https://www.garyvaynerchuk.com/empathy-one-of...
*US: Bridging our national divide demands empathy & compassion    https://psychologytoday.com/blog/empathy
*Empathy, Schmempathy: Paul Bloom on why we should feel less    https://www.facebook.com/MarkBBaerEsq/posts/...    www.chronicle.com/article/empathy-schmempathy/238478
*3 kinds of empathy: Cognitive, Emotional, Compassionate    http://www.danielgoleman.info/three-kinds-of-empathy
*Is empathy hardwired in the brain or do we learn it through experience?    http://trueviralnews.com/is-empathy-hardwired-in-the-brain...
*What's the matter with empathy?    greatergood.berkley.edu/.../whats_the_matter_with_empathy
*The most powerful type of empathy: Heyoka    www.higherperspectives.com/heyoka.1703065316.html
*Does your Doctor need to show greater empathy?    www.livescience.com/57121-doctors-empathy-patient-care.html
*The downside of empathy    http://thebossshow.com/2016/12/04/the-downside...
*Listen to this woman's message about having empathy for others    huff.to/1Vd92rL
*How we understand others: Excessive empathy can impair understanding    http://medicalxpress.com/news/2016-04-how-we-understand...
*The power of story-telling: How to build empathy with the right narrative    https://zapier.com/blog/power-of-empathy/
*Acetaminophen (popular pain killer) linked to lower empathy levels    www.livescience.com/54739-acetaminophen-linked-to-less-empathy.html
*Communication skills & techniques: Showing empathy    http://www.flyingsolo.com/marketing/communication-skill
*Why acting as one company isn't easy: The link between empathy building & collaboration    www.strategy-business.com/blog/why-acting-as-one-company-isnt-easy
*Importance of empathy for lawmakers & mediators    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/importance-empathy-our-work-lawyers-mark-b-baer...
*Study: Wealthy children don't grow into the best leaders: Have lower level of empathy for others    www.scoop.it/t/empathy-and-compassion/p/4064275696/2016/05/24/study-wealthy-children
*How do children learn empathy?    https://theconversation.com/how-do-children-learn..
*Why is empathy so important?    http://www.lifehack.org/402899/why-is-empathy-so-important
*4 ways to raise empathic kids    http://www.beliefnet.com/love-family/parenting/galleries/4...
*The importance of empathy    http://www.linkedin.com/.../importance-empathy-our-world
*Why Danish students are happier & more empathic    http://www.theatlantic.com/education/
*How to raise an empathic kid in a selfie-obsessed world    http://www.popsugar.com/moms/how-raise-empathic-kids...    
*Why teaching kids about empathy is important & the book that shows you how    http://www.chicagonow.com/between-us-parents/2016/06/teaching
*The strategist: Empathy is the new management    http://www.thestrategist.media/empathy-is-the-new-management...
*Empathy: Have you got it?    www.mybinternational.com
*Black lives matter: Building empathy through reading    http:www.yalsa.ala.org/thehub/2015/01/19/black-lives-matter
*Empathy & 13 kids' books    https://tinybop.com/blog/13-books-to-spark-conversation
*Brain's empathy centre identified    http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/...
*The importance of empathy    https://www.susan-ingram.com/2016/08/the-importance...
*8 books that teach empathy for kids with special needs    http://coolmompicks.com/blog/2016/08/18/back-to-school...
*Empathy in healthcare is valuable    http://www.berksshireeagle.com/health/...
*The neuroscience of empathy    http://www.6seconds.org/2016/08/28/the-neoroscience-of...
*Student empathy    https://blog.k12insight.com/2016/09/02/student...
*Empathy promotes altruistic behaviour in economic interactions    http://www.nature.com/article/step31961...
*How books can teach your child empathy    http://blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2013/08/07/why-reading...
*Are dancers more empathic?    http://dancemagazine.com/views/scientific-reason-dancers...
*The importance of teaching empathy to pre-schoolers    http://www.collective-evolution.com/2016/08/01/the-importance...
*I don't feel your pain: Overcoming roadblocks to empathy    https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/threat...
*In defense of Judicial empathy by Thomas Colby    https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/excerpts-from...
*The empathy business is growing quickly    http://www.hcplwe.com/physicians-money-digest/contributor/
*Narcissism vs Empathy   https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/peaceful-parenting/201901/narcissism-versus-empathy
*7 principles that influence our behaviour   https://uxplanet.org/7-principles-that-influence-our-behaviour...
*Empathy is good, justice is better   https://www.patheos.com/blogs/rogereolson/2019/01/empathy-is-good-justice-is-better/
*Corporate options when using external Dispute Resolution expertise: Practice Notes   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/corporate-options-when-using-exernal-dispute-resolution-expertise-david-nyheim
*3 Negotiation tips for women in Engineering & Technology   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/top-3-salary-negotiation-tips-women-engineering-kristin
*Empathy by design: Healing the body while caring for the mind   https://www.washingtonpost.com/sf/brand-connect/cleveland-clinic/healing-while-caring-for-the-mind/
*How empathy can save the world   https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/hope-resilience/201907-how-empathy-can-save-the-world
*Developing empathy in early childhood   https://www.parenttoolkit.com/social-and-emotional-development/advice/social-awareness/developing-empathy-in-early-childhood
*Mixed method Mediation   https://amzn.to/2nwu382
*Empathy Communication, Motivation & Conflict   https://prezi.com/_p5pk4gk4ove/empathy-in-communication-motivation-and-conflict/
*Empathy is the key to conflict resolution & management   https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/empathy-and-relationships/201702/empathy-is-the-key-conflict-resolution-or-management/ 
*Empathy is a muscle: Build it   https://inspireleadershiptoday.com/2019/10/empathy-is-a-muscle-build-it/
*Mediation Advocacy requires a new set of skills   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/mediation-advocacy-requires-new-set-skills-robert-amgyal-sc
*"No one wins in court" - Family Mediation Group (USA)   https://www.linkedin.com/feed/#
*Religions & Mediation   https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/religions-mediation-fred-jandt/