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SUMMARY:Scottish Mediation: New Practice Standards and New Registrations
DESCRIPTION:Thinking of joining the Scottish Mediation Register? You can become a member or registered practitioner. Attend this free online seminar to find out more about registration. What is required to be a registered mediator and what are the required standards. Find out about the many benefits and opportunities for sharing practice and learning. \nThe hour-long seminar will consist of a 15 minute presentation\, followed by an opportunity to ask questions. \nThe event will take place on Thursday 1st April at 11.30 -12.30. Zoom link to be sent out nearer the time. \nTo book this session please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/scottish-mediation-new-practice-standards-and-new-registrations/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210323T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
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SUMMARY:Peer Mediation - Adult Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:This online skills development course taking place over two sessions (2 hours each session) will enable participants to deliver peer mediation training to children and young people aged 10 to 18 years. It will provide tools and techniques that will equip participants to feel confident in training and supporting young people as peer mediators.  \nPeer mediation is a technique using a 5-stage model which enables children and young people to help their peers to resolve disagreements in a constructive and non-violent way. Peer mediation training is a fun and interactive programme which can be delivered in a wide variety of different settings including schools\, youth clubs and other settings where young people meet. Research and our experience suggests a hugely positive impact upon young people which can directly impact their confidence\, communication and conflict resolution skills which has been proven to raise attainment.  \nThis course would be of particular interest to those working with children and young people who are keen to set up a peer mediation scheme within their setting. Previous experience of mediation is not required.  \nParticipants will receive a toolkit of materials which will help support their learning and includes games and activities to deliver peer mediation training and more.  \nCourse Dates:  \nThere are two date options available as outlined below (please note that you would need to be able to attend both sessions 1 and 2 to get a certificate of training).  \nSession 1: Tuesday 23rd March (10am – 12noon) and Session 2: Thursday 25th March 2021 (10am – 12noon)  \nOR \nSession 1: Tuesday 11th May (10am-12noon) and Session 2: Thursday 13th May 2021 (10am-12noon)  \nThis event will be delivered online via Zoom. A link will be sent out before the event to all registered attendees. \nCosts: £170 per attendee for the full course (2 sessions) (£150 for Scottish Mediation members – please note that Organisational members can send up to two people at member rates). \nTo book this event please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/peer-mediation-adult-skills-training/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210309T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210309T180000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
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SUMMARY:Mandatory Mediation in Ontario\, Canada: Popular 20 Years On
DESCRIPTION:Nearly 20 years ago\, mediation became a required step in most civil litigation proceedings in three major Ontario cities. It was then shown to decrease time to settle cases\, decrease cost to litigants\, and increase satisfaction among lawyers and parties\, among other benefits. Jennifer Egsgard is an Ontario lawyer and mediator that for 2 years has chaired a committee of the Ontario Bar Association looking at whether mandatory mediation ought to be expanded. The committee surveyed the views of Ontario lawyers\, obtaining detailed insight into current views of mandatory mediation\, which included overwhelming support for its expansion. The Ontario government is now considering expanding mandatory mediation to more areas of the Province\, based partly on the Ontario Bar Association’s recent recommendation. Ms. Egsgard will explain how mandatory mediation works in Ontario\, and will provide details about the results of an initial evaluation as well as current lawyer views. \n  \nJennifer Egsgard Biography: \nJennifer Egsgard is a mediator with Egsgard Mediation. Currently based in London\, Ms. Egsgard was called to the Ontario Bar in 2002. Ms. Egsgard worked as a barrister and solicitor for 6 years in the litigation department of a large Canadian national firm\, Fasken\, and later in a smaller firm that she started with a senior colleague\, Sills Egsgard LLP\, before starting Egsgard Mediation in 2018. She has completed the Harvard Mediating Commercial Disputes Course\, and awaits results from the CEDR Mediation Skills Course. She has delivered talks on Ontario’s mandatory mediation program\, including to the UK Civil Justice Committee\, Judicial ADR Liaison Committee\, as well as at a webinar with 500 participants from around the world. \nEvent will take place on Tuesday 9th March\, from 5pm-6pm. Zoom link to be sent out nearer the time. \nTo book this free event please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/mandatory-mediation-in-ontario-canada-popular-20-years-on/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210202T103000
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DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
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SUMMARY:Free Practice Standards Online Update - Members Only
DESCRIPTION:A short presentation followed by a Q&A. The presentation will be led by Heather Zajac our new Project Officer Training and Practice. \nFrom the 1st April 2021 all mediators\, when renewing practitioner status\, will be required to provide information that they have met the new revised standards. \nThe changes are to maintain and improve standards with an approach that encourages reflection on mediation practice at an appropriate level\, balancing the skills of mediators and the protection of clients. \nThe previous practice standards for mediators were put in place in 2010. To ensure that our standards still continue to be at an appropriate level\, Scottish Mediation undertook a review following a year long consultation\, resulting in these changes. \nTo see the table for comparisons to the old and new standards\, please click HERE. We hope you can join us and look forward to updating you on the changes. \nTuesday 2nd Feb 2021 OR Tuesday 2nd March\, 10.30am -11.30am. Link to be sent out nearer the time. \nPlease note this event is for members only. The event will take place online (Zoom) \nTo book this event please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/free-practice-standards-online-update-members-only/2021-02-02/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Workplace Employment Initiative Group (Members Only)
DESCRIPTION:Please note this event is for members only \n1330: Group business session: \nChair’s welcome \nVolunteer for notes: ….. \n\nSM Chair / Director – short updates\nUpdates and check in from Group\nRequest from Catriona MacCallum re help with Dissertation\nUpdate on next WEIG meeting\n\n1400: 15 minute break \n1415 Complaints double-session meeting – intro \n\n1415 Rachel’s story – Rachel Weiss\n1435 Research into impact of being complained about – Carolyn Hirst\n1505 Good practice in the process of handling complaints – Rosemary Agnew\, SPSO\n\n1530 – 1545 break \n\n1545 – SM complaints procedure/ expectations of SM mediator’s own process – Graham Boyack\, SM Director\n1555/1600 Breakout rooms – reflections on our work as (Workplace) Mediators – how do we feel? What does it man for me? If we receive a complaint\, what would we wish to happen? What would early resolution look like? How resilient do we feel we would be? Etc\n1615 Panel – Rachel / Carolyn / Rosemary/ Graham – questions from the WEIG group\n\n1630 Finish \nNote: no separate CPD extra session \nTo book this event please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/workplace-employment-initiative-group-members-only/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201116T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20201013T121418Z
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SUMMARY:Mediate 2020
DESCRIPTION:Taking place over 2 days on the 16th and 17th November\, our theme for the conference is shaping the future. On our first day we will look at the future of online dispute resolution drawing on experiences of the courts in the USA. We’ll also look at how our own Covid-19 Mediation Service and our colleagues in British Columbia will shape our thinking going forward. On our second day some of the core ideas of mediator independence and impartiality come under the microscope. Are these still what matters or is a focus on ensuring party self determination what matters. We’ll also look at how mediators can build their resilience and creativity at a time when people are under great pressure. \nDay 1 \nMonday 16th November 2020 – 2pm-5pm  \nDay 2 \nTuesday 17th November 2020 – 1pm-4pm \nFor more information and to book please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/mediate-2020/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201103T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20200928T131925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T131925Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Mediation Training for Trainers Course - November 2020
DESCRIPTION:This online Training for Trainers course taking place over two sessions (2 hours each session) and will enable participants to deliver peer mediation training to children and young people aged 10 to 16 years. It will provide tools and techniques that will equip participants to feel confident in training and supporting young people as peer mediators. \nPeer mediation is a technique using a 5-stage model which enables children and young people to help their peers to resolve disagreements in a constructive and non-violent way. Peer mediation training is a fun and interactive programme which can be delivered in a wide variety of different settings including schools\, youth clubs and other settings where young people meet. Research and our experience suggests a hugely positive impact upon young people which can directly impact upon raising attainment. \nThis course would be of particular interest to those working with children and young people who are keen to set up a peer mediation scheme within their setting. Previous experience of mediation is not required. \nParticipants will receive a toolkit of material which includes all of the games and activities to deliver peer mediation training and more. \nCourse aims: \n\nTo develop participants’ understanding of the concept of peer mediation and explore the benefits to young people’s personal development\nTo support participants to develop confidence in training young people to fulfil the role of peer mediators\nTo give participants the tools to develop a peer mediation service within their setting and to provide support for peer mediators\nTo explore the additional benefits of peer mediation to the wider environment\n\nCourse Objectives: \n\nTo expand the network of peer mediation trainers in Scotland\nTo provide more children and young people with opportunities to experience peer mediation training\nTo help raise children and young people’s resilience\, self-esteem and confidence\n\nCourse Dates: \nThere are two date options available as outlined below. Please note that you would need to be able to attend both sessions 1 and 2 to get a certificate of training. \nCourse dates: \nSession 1: Tuesday 3rd November (10-12noon) and Session 2: Thursday 5th November 2020 (10am – 12noon) \nThis event will be delivered online via an appropriate video-conferencing software (to be confirmed later). A link will be sent out before the event to all registered attendees. \nCosts: £170 per attendee for the full course (2 sessions) (£150 for Scottish Mediation members – please note that Organisational members can send up to two people at member rates). \nTo book these sessions please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/peer-mediation-training-for-trainers-course-november-2020/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201027T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201027T160000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20200218T112904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T134956Z
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SUMMARY:Apology In Mediation CPD Online\, Tuesday 27th October\, 1pm – 4pm
DESCRIPTION:It has been said that the act of apology is one of the core reparative opportunities in damaged relationships. This 3 hour interactive workshop facilitated by Carolyn Hirst (see biography below) will explore the part that an apology can play in righting perceived wrongs and restoring relations.Questions to be considered include: What is an apology? What is the purpose of making one? Who should make and receive an apology? and Is there an optimal time for making an apology? The workshop will draw on research and practice\, with mediators being invited to share experiences and discuss approaches. \nCarolyn Hirst’s Biography: Carolyn is an independent consultant with her own business\, Hirstworks. A registered mediator\, she is the mediation practice supervisor for Cyrenians and mediates for the Scottish Legal Complaints Commission and Edinburgh Sheriff Court. She is a Non-Executive Board Member of NHS Lothian\, the Vice-Chair of Midlothian Integration Joint Board and a Trustee of the Edinburgh and Lothians Health Foundation. Carolyn previously worked part-time as a Lecturer in Ombudsman and Complaint Handling Practice at Queen Margaret University. She also served a five-year term as a Deputy Scottish Public Services Ombudsman and worked in social housing for nearly 20 years\, latterly as Deputy Director of a housing and care organisation. \nThis CPD event is suitable for new and experienced mediators in any mediation discipline. \nThis session is also running on Thursday 15th October\, 10am – 1pm \nCosts: £30 Scottish Mediation Members\, £60 Non-Members (Organisational members can send up to 2 people at member rates) \nTo book this event please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/save-the-date-apology-in-mediation-cpd-edinburgh/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201015T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20200218T113338Z
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SUMMARY:Apology In Mediation CPD Online\, Thursday 15th October\, 10am - 1pm
DESCRIPTION:It has been said that the act of apology is one of the core reparative opportunities in damaged relationships. This 3 hour interactive workshop facilitated by Carolyn Hirst (see biography below) will explore the part that an apology can play in righting perceived wrongs and restoring relations.Questions to be considered include: What is an apology? What is the purpose of making one? Who should make and receive an apology? and Is there an optimal time for making an apology? The workshop will draw on research and practice\, with mediators being invited to share experiences and discuss approaches. \nCarolyn Hirst’s Biography: Carolyn is an independent consultant with her own business\, Hirstworks. A registered mediator\, she is the mediation practice supervisor for Cyrenians and mediates for the Scottish Legal Complaints Commission and Edinburgh Sheriff Court. She is a Non-Executive Board Member of NHS Lothian\, the Vice-Chair of Midlothian Integration Joint Board and a Trustee of the Edinburgh and Lothians Health Foundation. Carolyn previously worked part-time as a Lecturer in Ombudsman and Complaint Handling Practice at Queen Margaret University. She also served a five-year term as a Deputy Scottish Public Services Ombudsman and worked in social housing for nearly 20 years\, latterly as Deputy Director of a housing and care organisation. \nThis CPD event is suitable for new and experienced mediators in any mediation discipline. \nThis session is also running on Tuesday 27th October\, 1pm – 4pm \nZoom link will be sent out nearer the time. \nCosts: £30 Scottish Mediation Members\, £60 Non-Members (Organisational members can send up to 2 people at member rates) \nTo book this session please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/save-the-date-apology-in-mediation-cpd-glasgow/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200922T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20200721T141043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200721T141258Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Mediation Training for Trainers Online 22nd and 29th September 2020
DESCRIPTION:This online Training for Trainers course taking place over two sessions (2 hours each session) and will enable participants to deliver peer mediation training to children and young people aged 10 to 16 years. It will provide tools and techniques that will equip participants to feel confident in training and supporting young people as peer mediators. \nPeer mediation is a technique using a 5-stage model which enables children and young people to help their peers to resolve disagreements in a constructive and non-violent way. Peer mediation training is a fun and interactive programme which can be delivered in a wide variety of different settings including schools\, youth clubs and other settings where young people meet. Research and our experience suggests a hugely positive impact upon young people which can directly impact upon raising attainment. \nThis course would be of particular interest to those working with children and young people who are keen to set up a peer mediation scheme within their setting. Previous experience of mediation is not required. \nParticipants will receive a toolkit of material which includes all of the games and activities to deliver peer mediation training and more. \nCourse aims: \n\nTo develop participants’ understanding of the concept of peer mediation and explore the benefits to young people’s personal development\nTo support participants to develop confidence in training young people to fulfil the role of peer mediators\nTo give participants the tools to develop a peer mediation service within their setting and to provide support for peer mediators\nTo explore the additional benefits of peer mediation to the wider environment\n\nCourse Objectives: \n\nTo expand the network of peer mediation trainers in Scotland\nTo provide more children and young people with opportunities to experience peer mediation training\nTo help raise children and young people’s resilience\, self-esteem and confidence\n\nCourse Dates: \nThere are two date options available as outlined below. Please note that you would need to be able to attend both sessions 1 and 2 to get a certificate of training. \nCourse 1 dates: \nSession 1: Tuesday 25th (10-12noon) and Session 2: Thursday 27th August 2020 (10am – 12noon) \nor \nCourse 2 dates: \nSession 1: Tuesday 22nd September (10-12noon) and Session 2: Tuesday 29th September 2020 (10-12noon) \nThis event will be delivered online via Zoom. A Zoom link will be sent out before the event to all registered attendees. \nCosts: £170 per attendee for the full course (2 sessions) (£150 for Scottish Mediation members – please note that Organisational members can send up to two people at member rates). \nTo book please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/peer-mediation-training-for-trainers-online-22nd-and-29th-september-2020/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200825T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20200721T135618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200721T140727Z
UID:4501-1598349600-1598529600@www.scottishmediation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Peer Mediation Training for Trainers Online 25th and 27th August 2020
DESCRIPTION:This online Training for Trainers course taking place over two sessions (2 hours each session) and will enable participants to deliver peer mediation training to children and young people aged 10 to 16 years. It will provide tools and techniques that will equip participants to feel confident in training and supporting young people as peer mediators. \nPeer mediation is a technique using a 5-stage model which enables children and young people to help their peers to resolve disagreements in a constructive and non-violent way. Peer mediation training is a fun and interactive programme which can be delivered in a wide variety of different settings including schools\, youth clubs and other settings where young people meet. Research and our experience suggests a hugely positive impact upon young people which can directly impact upon raising attainment. \nThis course would be of particular interest to those working with children and young people who are keen to set up a peer mediation scheme within their setting. Previous experience of mediation is not required. \nParticipants will receive a toolkit of material which includes all of the games and activities to deliver peer mediation training and more. \nCourse aims: \n\nTo develop participants’ understanding of the concept of peer mediation and explore the benefits to young people’s personal development\nTo support participants to develop confidence in training young people to fulfil the role of peer mediators\nTo give participants the tools to develop a peer mediation service within their setting and to provide support for peer mediators\nTo explore the additional benefits of peer mediation to the wider environment\n\nCourse Objectives: \n\nTo expand the network of peer mediation trainers in Scotland\nTo provide more children and young people with opportunities to experience peer mediation training\nTo help raise children and young people’s resilience\, self-esteem and confidence\n\nCourse Dates: \nThere are two date options available as outlined below. Please note that you would need to be able to attend both sessions 1 and 2 to get a certificate of training. \nCourse 1 dates: \nSession 1: Tuesday 25th (10-12noon) and Session 2: Thursday 27th August 2020 (10am – 12noon) \nor \nCourse 2 dates: \nSession 1: Tuesday 22nd September (10-12noon) and Session 2: Tuesday 29th September 2020 (10-12noon) \nThis event will be delivered online via Zoom. A Zoom link will be sent out before the event to all registered attendees. \nCosts: £170 per attendee for the full course (2 sessions) (£150 for Scottish Mediation members – please note that Organisational members can send up to two people at member rates). \nTo book this event please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/peer-mediation-training-for-trainers-online-course/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200818T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200825T180000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20200311T114426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200713T134246Z
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SUMMARY:Forgiveness – The Art of Letting Go
DESCRIPTION:Training will take place on both Tuesday 18th August AND Tuesday 25th August from 3pm – 6pm on both dates\, 6 hours total. Participants must be able to attend both sessions. \nMediators are routinely confronted with clients enmeshed in difficult conflict. Rarely is the topic of forgiveness discussed\, yet forgiveness offers an important pathway for enabling clients to let go of the past and move forward in their lives. Without forgiveness\, anger\, resentment and other toxic emotions may continue to fester\, long after the external problem – the lawsuit\, the divorce\, or other dispute – have been resolved\, all to the detriment of our clients’ physical and emotional well-being. Clients need practical solutions\, but they also need peace\, healing\, and closure. Forgiveness provides a vehicle for achieving all of these. \nThis interactive training will provide an overview of the role forgiveness can play in mediation. We will dispel common misconceptions about forgiveness and discuss different types of forgiveness and how each applies to mediation\, obstacles to forgiveness\, when and how to talk to clients about forgiveness\, how to create the conditions for apology and forgiveness\, and much more. \nPresenter\, Eileen Barker\, is an internationally recognised mediator\, facilitator\, forgiveness teacher and coach. She is a leader in the movement to integrate emotional healing and forgiveness in conflict resolution. A litigation lawyer who rejected the traditional adversarial role\, Eileen has focused her practice on mediation and conflict resolution for more than 20 years\, helping thousands of people resolve disputes outside of court. This work led her into a deep exploration of forgiveness as it relates to resolving conflict and making peace\, both with others and oneself. She is a widely published writer and popular speaker who has led numerous trainings on forgiveness. \nThis event is being jointly hosted by Relationships Scotland\, Scottish Mediation and Place for Hope as one of the Year of Mediation 2020 initiatives. \nPlease note: \n\n1. Closing date for applications is 4th August 2020\n2. A minimum of 6 participants is required for the day to go ahead\n\nThe cost will be £60 for SM members\, £100 for non-members. \nSessions will take place via Zoom\, link will be sent out to participants nearer the time. \nTO BOOK THIS EVENT PLEASE CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/forgiveness-the-art-of-letting-go/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200609T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200609T143000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20200605T094300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T094437Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Mediation During COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Many organisations use mediation to help to resolve workplace disputes before they escalate to something more serious. Conflicting parties would normally sit with a trained\, neutral mediator to work out a way forward\, however in a Covid-19 world\, mediation has had to move online. This session will cover how mediation works\, how online mediation is different\, and the challenges and benefits of using online mediation. \nGraham Boyak from Scottish Mediation and Natalie O’Hare\, HR consultant and workplace mediator\, will take you through mediation from pre-meetings through to the five stages of a mediation\, reflecting on what it’s like for everyone involved. \nGraham Boyack\nGraham has been Director of the Scottish Mediation since August 2012. During that period\, he has contributed to policy a member of the Scottish Government Administrative Justice review and Digital justice Working Group. He is a pro-bono mediator with the Edinburgh Sheriff Court Mediation Service. Graham has worked extensively in the third and public sector and brings senior leadership experience\, having worked in Student Unions\, The Festival City Theatres Trust and the Scottish Ambulance Service. He has strong skills in partnership working\, governance\, policy development\, has an MBA and is a Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute. \nNatalie O’Hare\nIn conjunction with being an HR Consultant with BeyondHR\, Natalie carries out workplace mediation and is present on the Scottish Mediation Register. Mediation cases have included dispute resolution in public\, private and third sectors between directors\, peers and managers. Her mediation hasn’t stopped during covid-19\, but has changed to online mediation in order to get relationships back on track. \nTo book this event please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/virtual-mediation-during-covid-19/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200608T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20200512T103636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T103636Z
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SUMMARY:Workplace and Employment Initiative Group (WEIG) Meeting - Members Only
DESCRIPTION:Workplace and Employment Initiative Group (WEIG) Meeting \n** by zoom ** \n*pls advise if you wish to participate so you can be sent the link* \nMonday 8 June 2020 1400 – Agenda \nChair’s welcome \nVolunteer please for notes! \nSpeaker: Gordon McKinlay: Renfrewshire Council\, “Leaders in the public sector – what is their perspective on dealing with grievances and conflict\, and on the value that mediation can bring?” \n5 minute comfort break \nApprox. 1500: Group session: \n1) SM Chair / Director – short updates \n2) Updates and check in from Group \n3) Update on next WEIG meeting. \nNote: no separate CPD extra session \nNext Meeting: October tbc: We hope to reschedule Rosemary Agnew from March \n** All Members of SM are welcome to join us – please let the office know in advance on admin@scottishmediation.org.uk if you are coming\, so we can email you the zoom codes **
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/workplace-and-employment-initiative-group-weig-meeting-members-only/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200519T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200519T143000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20200512T100525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T100525Z
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SUMMARY:Mediator Catch Up - Members Only Event
DESCRIPTION:We would like to invite our members to a mediator catch up session on Tuesday 19th May to meet up with fellow mediators and share experiences and best practice – the meeting will last between 1-1.5 hours depending on numbers attending and discussions on the day. \nIf you would like to join the meeting please email admin@scottishmediation.org.uk and you will receive joining instructions including the Zoom link by Monday 18th May. \nAt this meeting we would like to facilitate a session on –  \nTweaking the Toolkit – skills for remote mediations  \nThe focus will be on mediation skills (listening\, questioning\, summarising\,reframing etc.) and how these are best used in non face to face mediations. \nWe are looking for 2 volunteers who would be willing to share their experience/tips in a 10 minute presentation and answer questions. 1 volunteer for ‘Telephone Mediation’ and 1 volunteer for ‘Online Mediation’ \nIf you would be willing to volunteer then please email admin@scottishmediation.org.uk by 4.00pm on Wednesday 13th May.
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/mediator-catch-up-members-only-event/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200514T010000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200514T140000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20200506T102945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T102945Z
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SUMMARY:Consultation on Practice Standards - Event for Scottish Mediation Members Only
DESCRIPTION:Consultation on Practice Standards \nThursday 14th May 1-2pm  \n We would like to invite you to  this 1 hour meeting  where we will share our thoughts on proposed changes to practice standards for Scottish Mediation Registered Practitioners  and hear your comments on these proposals. \n If you would like to take part in this discussion please sign up by by emailing admin@scottishmediation.org.uk \n A zoom link and document containing the proposed changes for discussion will be sent out next week  – please note that the document will also be sent out to all members so that those unable to attend the meeting will have the opportunity to comment by email. \nPlease Note\, this event is for Scottish Mediation Members Only
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/consultation-on-practice-standards-event-for-scottish-mediation-members-only/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200511T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200511T143000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20200428T155119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T083338Z
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SUMMARY:Mediating Online - An Online CPD Workshop facilitated by Rachel Weiss
DESCRIPTION:Join us to discuss the pros and cons of facilitating mediations online\, and learn some practical tips. \nOur focus will be on synchronous\, live video mediations. This workshop will cover: \n• The ICODR (International Council for Online Dispute Resolution) Video Mediation Guidelines \n• Psychological points: how to build rapport and trust online\, disinhibition\, how to reduce risk of participants walking out \n• Practical points including preparing for internet failure\, Zoom features useful for mediation : breakout rooms and security issues. \n• My own experience is exclusively using Zoom for workplace mediations. I hope we will have a mix of experience of different types of mediation using different types of online platforms and can pool our knowledge and resources during this workshop. \n• Small group discussions to share questions and good practice. \nRACHEL WEISS is a qualified\, experienced mediator and a senior partner at Rowan Consultancy\, a training\, coaching\, counselling and mediation business based in Perth. Rachel is a long-standing member of the Scottish Mediation Network and the Workplace and Employment Special Interest Group (WEIG) and is on the Scottish Mediation Register. She specialises in workplace mediation\, where the aim is to improve the working relationship between colleagues. Rachel delivers counselling\, coaching\, mediation and training online and face-to-face. \nCosts: £30 Scottish Mediation Members\, £40 Non-Members (Organisational members can send up to 2 people at member rates) \nNo experience of online mediation required. \nTo book this session please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/mediating-online-an-online-cpd-workshop-facilitated-by-rachel-weiss/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200427T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20200424T120023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200424T120023Z
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SUMMARY:Mediator Catch Up on Zoom - Scottish Mediation Members Only
DESCRIPTION:This Zoom session is for Scottish Mediation members only. \nMeeting Outline. \n1 ) Welcome and Updates from Scottish Mediation \n2 ) Reflecting on Covid 19\,social distancing and the impact on mediation practice  – small group discussions \n3 ) Groups feedback to whole meeting \n4) Questions\, comments and observations \n5 ) Next steps
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/mediator-catch-up-on-zoom-scottish-mediation-members-only/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200312T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200312T160000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20191127T120424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191127T121101Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Mediation Training for Trainers Course March 2020
DESCRIPTION:This one-day training\, facilitated by our Peer Mediation Co-ordinator Sarah Welsh (see biography below) along with another experienced trainer\, would be an appropriate course for mediators\, youth and community workers and also teachers and school support workers (primary and secondary) who are motivated to work with young people in this field. No previous experience of delivering peer mediation is required. \nEvent Aims \n\nEquip participants with the knowledge and skills to deliver peer mediation training.\nBuild training capacity and to increase the number of peer mediation trainers in Scotland.\nWork towards the development of validation and standardisation of peer mediation practice and training.\n\nExpectations \nAt the end of this event attendees will be provided with the information required to deliver peer mediation training in schools. Participants will be given access to training materials\, resources and information to help create a peer mediation training toolkit. \nContent \n\nWorking in schools and within the school culture\nHistory and background of peer mediation in Scotland\nThe place of peer mediation in a whole school approach to relationships\nSetting up peer mediation: consultancy and preparation\nPeer mediation models\nTraining children and young people: guidelines\, materials and golden rules\nSustaining and maintaining peer mediation\nMonitoring and evaluation\n\nCosts: £170 per attendee for the day (£150 for Scottish Mediation members)\, including course handouts\, lunch and refreshments. (Organisational members can send up to two people at member rates). \nSarah Welsh Biography \nSarah’s role as Peer Mediation Coordinator is to support the development of peer mediation in schools and to work towards building a sustainable peer mediation network of good practice that can be rolled out across Scotland. Her focus over the past 2 years has been to provide training for young people and adults in the school system and to external support organisations\, who see the benefits of peer mediation for young people and for the school environment. Sarah joined Scottish Mediation in July 2017. She has a background in peer education and training with young people and has project managed in health\, education and third sector organisations. She has practiced as a family\, community\, intergenerational and homeless prevention mediator for many years. Currently she is a tutor on the Relationship Scotland\, Certificate in Family Mediation (Accredited) course and delivers additional professional development courses to mediators. \nTO BOOK THIS COURSE PLEASE CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/peer-mediation-training-for-trainers-course-march-2020/
LOCATION:Scottish Mediation\, 18 York Pl\, Edinburgh\, Midlothian\, EH1 3EP\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191119T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20190808T112415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191015T144540Z
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SUMMARY:Dig Deep - Self Reflective Practice Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop facilitated by Alison Ebbitt and Charlie Irvine (see biographies below) is an opportunity for practitioners to reflect at a deeper level about how your work impacts on you in both the short and longer term. \nThis event is suitable for new and experienced mediators in any mediation discipline. \nAlison Ebbitt \nAlison has extensive experience as a family mediator\, practising since 1999. Her practice includes family mediation\, supervised contact and support work with children.  Alison’s practice also includes workplace dispute resolution\, mental health training and teen development. Additionally\, she is a qualified social worker and mental health officer along with over 12 year’s experience as a counsellor. \nCharlie Irvine \ncharlie.irvine@strath.ac.uk \nA former solicitor and professional musician\, Charlie started mediating in 1993 when he trained as a family mediator with FMS (now Relationships Scotland). His current practice includes commercial and succession disputes\, workplace conflict and complaints against professionals. In 2010 Charlie founded Strathclyde University’s LLM/MSc in Mediation and Conflict Resolution\, quickly followed by Strathclyde Mediation Clinic. The Clinic combines theory and practice by enabling students to work alongside experienced practitioners\, and provides a free mediation service in six sheriff courts across West Central Scotland. Charlie is a regular contributor to the Kluwer Mediation Blog. \nCosts: £70 per attendee for non members and £35 for SM members. (Organisational members can send up to 2 people at member rates). \nTo book please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/dig-deep-masterclass-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Scottish Mediation\, 18 York Pl\, Edinburgh\, Midlothian\, EH1 3EP\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191114T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20190724T084152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190925T084655Z
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SUMMARY:Mediate 2019 - The Words We Use
DESCRIPTION:This year’s conference theme is ‘The Words We Use’. The conference will look at the how language impacts on people engagement with mediation\, how the language we use in mediation impacts on those involved and allow discussion on the response mediators might make to this. \nFor more information and booking please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/mediate-2019-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Norton Park Conference Centre\, 57 Albion Road\, Edinburgh\, EH7 5QY
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
GEO:55.9613836;-3.1668066
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Norton Park Conference Centre 57 Albion Road Edinburgh EH7 5QY;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=57 Albion Road:geo:-3.1668066,55.9613836
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191021T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20190723T155409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190725T145835Z
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SUMMARY:Confidentiality in Mediation CPD (Glasgow)
DESCRIPTION:This 3 hour interactive workshop facilitated by Andrew Boyd (see biography below) will consider what confidentiality means to mediators and their clients\, what part it plays in the mediation session\, in agreements and post session. Mediators will be invited to explore their own issues regarding confidentiality and have the opportunity to share and discuss how it has affected their practice. \nAndrew’s Biography: Andrew is a registered mediator\, working with Cyrenians in Edinburgh and works predominantly with young people and their families. He is also the Mediation and Conflict Resolution Advisor for the Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution. Initially trained in community mediation\, he also mediates in workplace\, court and landlord/tenant disputes. Andrew is a consultant with Common Ground Mediation\, who provide Additional Support Needs Mediation throughout Scotland. Following completion of an LLB in Law\, he completed his MSc in Mediation and Conflict Resolution at Strathclyde University. \nThis CPD event is suitable for new and experienced mediators in any mediation discipline. \nGlasgow – Monday 21st October 2019\, 1pm – 4pm\, SCVO\, Brunswick House\, 51 Wilson Street\, Galsgow\, G1 1UZ \nCosts: £25 SMN Members\, £50 Non-Members (Organisational members can send up to 2 people at member rates) \nBring a Friend: Scottish Mediation members are invited to bring a friend along to any of the above CPD and for your friend to enjoy member rates for the event. If they are subsequently interested in joining SM there will be discounts available for that too. \nTo book this event please click HERE \n 
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/confidentiality-in-mediation-cpd-glasgow-save-the-date/
LOCATION:SCVO\, Brunswick House\, 51 Wilson Street\,\, Glasgow\, G1 1UZ\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191010T124500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191010T160000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20190913T103051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T103051Z
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SUMMARY:Workplace & Employment Initiative Group
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to announce the next meeting of the Scottish Mediation WEIG (Workplace & Employment Initiative Group) on Thursday 10th October 2019. Meetings are kindly hosted at the SM offices at 18 York Place Edinburgh\, and the main meeting runs from 14.00 – 16.00\, and count as part of our CPD. There is usually a CPD-extra one hour session before or after the main meetings\, looking at topics such as a case study of a dilemma in mediation. \nSpeaker at 2.45pm: Heloise Murdoch\, Court Mediation Coordinator\, Edinburgh Sheriff Court Mediation Service:  Court mediation and voluntariness / compulsion. \nExtra CPD session at 1245: Graham Boyack (tbc) will update us on the Year of Mediation and Charter\, and discuss: The mutual benefits of promoting the Charter & Year of Mediation to my network of contacts. \nAs usual\, all members of SM are welcome to attend but please let the office know if you will be joining the meeting\, as tea/coffee will only be ordered for the numbers confirmed! \nPlease let us know if you can join us for the meeting by emailing admin@scottishmediation.org.uk and look forward to meeting up\,
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/workplace-employment-initiative-group-2/
LOCATION:Scottish Mediation\, 18 York Pl\, Edinburgh\, Midlothian\, EH1 3EP\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
GEO:55.9561346;-3.1912585
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191007T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191007T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20190723T154947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190725T145621Z
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SUMMARY:Confidentiality in Mediation CPD (Edinburgh)
DESCRIPTION:This 3 hour interactive workshop facilitated by Andrew Boyd (see biography below) will consider what confidentiality means to mediators and their clients\, what part it plays in the mediation session\, in agreements and post session. Mediators will be invited to explore their own issues regarding confidentiality and have the opportunity to share and discuss how it has affected their practice. \nAndrew’s Biography: Andrew is a registered mediator\, working with Cyrenians in Edinburgh and works predominantly with young people and their families. He is also the Mediation and Conflict Resolution Advisor for the Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution. Initially trained in community mediation\, he also mediates in workplace\, court and landlord/tenant disputes. Andrew is a consultant with Common Ground Mediation\, who provide Additional Support Needs Mediation throughout Scotland. Following completion of an LLB in Law\, he completed his MSc in Mediation and Conflict Resolution at Strathclyde University. \nThis CPD event is suitable for new and experienced mediators in any mediation discipline. \nEdinburgh – Monday 7th October 2019\, 10am – 1pm\, Scottish Mediation\, 18 York Place\, Edinburgh EH1 3EP \nCosts: £25 SMN Members\, £50 Non-Members (Organisational members can send up to 2 people at member rates) \nBring a Friend: Scottish Mediation members are invited to bring a friend along to any of the above CPD and for your friend to enjoy member rates for the event. If they are subsequently interested in joining SM there will be discounts available for that too. \nTo book this event please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/confidentiality-in-mediation-cpd-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Scottish Mediation\, 18 York Pl\, Edinburgh\, Midlothian\, EH1 3EP\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190806T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190806T100000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20190723T152546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T153757Z
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SUMMARY:Bringing Mediation into the Mainstream in Civil Justice in Scotland - Free Breakfast Seminar
DESCRIPTION:On Friday 28th June 2019 Bringing Mediation into the Mainstream in Civil Justice in Scotland was launched. This report is the result of six months of research by Scottish Mediation overseen by an Expert Group chaired by Alun Thomas and John Sturrock QC. \nThe report proposes a coordinated strategy for ‘normalising’ the use of mediation in the civil justice system. It seeks to build on existing infrastructure to minimise the cost to the public purse and to ensure mediation is embedded as seamlessly as possible. It recognises that there is a need to change the ‘one size fits all’ model of litigation and consider how the use of mediation might be increased. Hoping things will change is not a sustainable policy and Scotland needs to adopt a more proactive approach to deliver a viable pathway to mediate civil disputes. \nTo read the report please click HERE \nWe invite those interested in the Expert Group Report to attend a breakfast seminar which will offer a briefing on the contents and recommendations of the report\, an opportunity to discuss these\, and to consider what now needs to be done to take this forward. \nWe will be delivering the seminar three times in different locations. Please see details below for venues\, dates and times: \nGlasgow Seminar – Tuesday 6th August 2019\, 8.30am – 10am at Anderson Strathern\, George House\, 50 George Square\, Glasgow\, G2 1EH \nEdinburgh Seminar – Wednesday 7th August 2019\, 8.30am – 10am at Anderson Strathern\, 1 Rutland Court\, Edinburgh\, EH3 8EY \nDundee Seminar – Thursday 8th August 2019\, 8.30am – 10am\, The River Rooms\, 9th Floor\, Tower Building\, University of Dundee\, Perth Road\, Dundee\, DD1 4HN \nWhen booking please state your preference as to which location you would like to attend. \nTo book please click HERE
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/bringing-mediation-into-the-mainstream-in-civil-justice-in-scotland-free-breakfast-seminar/2019-08-06/
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190524T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20190214T141048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190522T085458Z
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SUMMARY:Mental Health in Mediation CPD  - GLASGOW
DESCRIPTION:People in conflict often experience difficulties with mental health including anxiety and depression and often conflict can be particularly difficult if it affects thoughts and behaviours. These interactive CPD sessions facilitated by family mediator Alison Ebbitt will explore the impact of conflict on Mental Health and how we can help to support and engage people in mediation. \nFor more information and  booking details please click here
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/mental-health-in-mediation-cpd-glasgow/
LOCATION:Anderson Strathern Glasgow\, George House\, 50 George Square\, Glasgow\, G2 1EH\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
GEO:55.861912;-4.249262
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190509T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20190318T144640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190318T144952Z
UID:3499-1557396000-1557406800@www.scottishmediation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mental Health in Mediation CPD - EDINBURGH
DESCRIPTION:People in conflict often experience difficulties with mental health including anxiety and depression and often conflict can be particularly difficult if it affects thoughts and behaviours. These interactive CPD sessions facilitated by family mediator Alison Ebbitt will explore the impact of conflict on Mental Health and how we can help to support and engage people in mediation. \nFor more information and  booking details please click here \n  \n 
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/mental-health-in-mediation-edinburgh/
LOCATION:Scottish Mediation\, 18 York Pl\, Edinburgh\, Midlothian\, EH1 3EP\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
GEO:55.9561346;-3.1912585
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190327T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190327T160000
DTSTAMP:20260519T131726
CREATED:20190208T103053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190208T103232Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Mediation - Training for Trainers
DESCRIPTION:This one-day training\, facilitated by our Peer Mediation Co-ordinator (Sarah Welsh) and our Training and Practice Project Officer (Amanda Rigby-Greenhaugh) would be an appropriate course for experienced family and community mediators\, experienced youth and community workers and also teachers and school support workers (primary and secondary) who are motivated to work with young people in this field. No previous experience of delivering peer mediation is required. Mediators who have some experience of peer mediation are also welcome. \nFor more details and to book please click here
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/peer-mediation-training-for-trainers/
LOCATION:Scottish Mediation\, 18 York Pl\, Edinburgh\, Midlothian\, EH1 3EP\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Mediation":MAILTO:admin@scottishmediation.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Peer Mediation Training 4 Trainers Course
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th November 2018\, 10am – 4pm \nThis two-day training\, facilitated by our Peer Mediation Co-ordinator (Sarah Welsh\, see biography below) would be an appropriate course for experienced family and community mediators\, experienced youth and community workers and also teachers and school support workers (primary and secondary) who are motivated to work with young people in this field. No previous experience of delivering peer mediation is required. Mediators who have some experience of peer mediation are also welcome. \nEvent Aims \n\nEquip participants with the knowledge and skills to deliver peer mediation training.\nBuild training capacity and to increase the number of peer mediation trainers in Scotland.\nWork towards the development of validation and standardisation of peer mediation practice and training.\n\nExpectations \nAt the end of this two-day event attendees will be provided with the information required to deliver peer mediation training in schools. Participants will be given access to training materials\, resources and information to help create a peer mediation training toolkit. \nContent \n\nWorking in schools and within the school culture\nHistory and background of peer mediation in Scotland\nThe place of peer mediation in a whole school approach to relationships\nSetting up peer mediation: consultancy and preparation\nPeer mediation models\nTraining children and young people: guidelines\, materials and golden rules\nSustaining and maintaining peer mediation\nMonitoring and evaluation\n\nCosts: £300 per attendee for the two days (£240 for Scottish Mediation members)\, including course handouts\, lunch and refreshments. (Organisational members can send up to two people at member rates). \nPease note school staff from within the Peer Mediation project areas (Dundee\, Angus and West Lothian) will be able to attend free of charge. \nSarah Welsh Biography \nSarah’s role as Peer Mediation Coordinator is to support the development of peer mediation in schools and to work towards building a sustainable peer mediation network of good practice that can be rolled out across Scotland. Her focus over the next 2 years will be to provide training for young people and adults in the school system and to external support organisations\, who see the benefits of  peer mediation for young people and for the school environment. Sarah joined Scottish Mediation in July 2017. She has a background in peer education and training with young people and has project managed in health\, education and third sector organisations. She has practiced as a family\, community\, intergenerational and homeless prevention mediator for many years. Currently she is a tutor on the Relationship Scotland\, Certificate in Family Mediation (Accredited) course and delivers additional professional development courses to mediators.
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/peer-mediation-training-4-trainers-course-2/
LOCATION:Scottish Mediation\, 18 York Pl\, Edinburgh\, Midlothian\, EH1 3EP\, GB
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20181105T093000
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SUMMARY:Mediate 2018 Conference - Widening the Scope
DESCRIPTION:This year’s conference theme is ‘Widening the Scope’. The conference will look at the current scope of mediation. Where is it being used and how is it making an impact? It will look at mediation in action and the different skills being applied in different circumstances. It will also look to the future and\, using the projects being discussed as a starting point\, ask the question of how the scope of mediation could be widened. \nWe have two excellent plenary sessions. \nJo Berry and Patrick Magee are in conversation about Building Bridges for Peace. Building Bridges for Peace advances conflict transformation by facilitating those involved in hostilities to break the cycle of violence and revenge by appreciating the humanity of their opponents and the power of empathy.  Founder Jo Berry and Patrick Magee – who was convicted for the Brighton bombing that killed Jo’s father – facilitate workshops around the world which enable dialogue between opposing groups and give talks on conflict resolution and alternatives to violence. \nAileen O’Brien and  Chris McDonagh from the Traveller Mediation Service (TMS) are presenting a session which will tell us about an exciting and innovative TMS project in Ireland which has trained Travellers themselves to mediate Traveller conflicts. They will also tell us about their pilot peer mediation project which was delivered in an Irish prison where inmates were predominantly from a Traveller background. This offers an interesting new perspective on the use of a peer mediation model which has more often been used in schools. \nOur workshop programme includes; \nSarah Welsh from Scottish Mediation will discuss the Young Talk Peer Mediation Project and consider how things are working and how it could potentially develop in the future. \nAlison Ebbitt will explore mental health in relation to mediation. The workshop will cover: understanding mental health; the impact of stress; and\, behaviour in conflict and how it impacts upon mental health. Alison will also consider situations when mediation would not be appropriate. \nWill Linden\, Co-Deputy Director of the Violence Reduction Unit and Sam Tedcastle\, Senior Practitioner at the Centre for Good Relations will be an explore the potential of mediation to prevent and reduce violence in communities. They will consider two different communities and how they are affected by violence. How does the violence manifest and what is underpinning it? They will then consider what are the mediation roles that could help prevent and reduce violence. \nUsing their new Housing Mediation Project at the University of Strathclyde as the focus for debate\, Charlie Irvine and Carolyn Hirst will deliver a Workshop which considers the mixed feelings about mediation in the resolution of legal and contractual disputes. Drawing on their knowledge and experience of mediation theory and practice\, they will encourage discussion on the structural and ideological barriers to using this form of dispute resolution and what might be needed to improve mediation receptivity. \nDenise Triessman will deliver a workshop looking at self-care for mediators. (Both AM and PM sessions) \nDr Lesley Allport and Roland Chesters will explore the growing development of Disability Mediation as a specialist area of practice. They will discuss the work of the Disability Mediation Working Group\, supported by the College of Mediators and its progress so far and identify the difference between inclusive working and disability mediation. Participants will be invited to consider what it means to be a disability mediator and the issues and challenges that this work raises. \nSam Tedcastle\, Senior Practitioner at the Centre for Good Relations will explore how civic mediation processes can be used to support respectful dialogue across groups with opposing and extreme views. This work will consider where these conversations can build resilience in Scottish communities and encourage participants to reflect on some of the personal dilemmas that may arise when facilitating such a process. \nAnd finally\, the Workplace and Employment Initiative Group (WEIG) will present a session entitled The Influence of Lawyers on Mediation  – the Good\, the Bad and the Ugly\, delivered by Alun Thomas\, Employment Partner at Anderson Strathern. \nPlease click here to fill out a conference feedback form.
URL:https://www.scottishmediation.org.uk/event/mediate-2018-conference-widening-the-scope/
LOCATION:Norton Park\, 57 Albion Road\, Edinburgh\, EH7 5QY\, GB
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