Joint Session or Caucus? Factors Related to How the Initial Mediation Session Begins

Research

Joint Session or Caucus? Factors Related to How the Initial Mediation Session Begins

Arizona State University (ASU)_Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
Arizona State University (ASU)_Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law

This article by Roselle L. Wissler and Art Hinshaw published in the Ohio State Journal on Dispute Resolution reports the findings of the first study to examine whether a wide range of factors, including dispute and mediator characteristics as well as pre-session communications and other aspects of the mediation, are related to the use of initial joint sessions versus initial separate caucuses.

Resources

Case Studies

This evaluation highlights the Dayton Mediation Response Unit development, implementation, and early impacts. Findings show that mediation-based response offers an effective, humane alternative to traditional enforcement models, with early evidence of increased community trust and more equitable access to services. The evaluation identifies the MRU as a viable, scalable model for other communities to consider.

Diversity in ADR

Resolution Systems Institute evaluated Center for Conflict Resolution's implementation of the equity project. This report provides the key finds and recommendations.

Diversity in ADR

This guide provides community mediation centers with information and resources to enhance the diversity of their volunteer mediator rosters.