The Divided Community Project Academy Initiative Case Studies

Research

The Divided Community Project Academy Initiative Case Studies

People speaking on a panel
People speaking on a panel

Featuring participants:
Kenyon College
Bloomington, IN
Winston-Salem, NC

The resources here describe specific community engagement and conflict resolution strategies that local leaders can use to identify and address community division.
 

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.