This article written by Roselle L. Wissler and Art Hinshaw published in Harvard Negotiation Law Review reports the findings of the first comprehensive study of the current use and nature of initial joint sessions and compares those practices to what typically occurred in traditional joint opening sessions as well as to current practices in initial caucuses.
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.
Resolution Systems Institute evaluated Center for Conflict Resolution's implementation of the equity project. This report provides the key finds and recommendations.
This guide provides community mediation centers with information and resources to enhance the diversity of their volunteer mediator rosters.