IMI - International Mediation Institute

🔔 Did you know that IMI’s new Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Policy and revised fee scheme is effective from 1 March 2024? 📍The DEI Policy aims to establish an equitable fee structure for the appraisal and listing of mediator assessment and basic training programs, as well as for mediators themselves, considering economic conditions, stages of mediation development, and other relevant factors worldwide. Under this new scheme, fees are structured as follows: - Regular Fee: Applicable to high-income Countries (WBG) with Very High Human Development (HDI). - 25% Discounted Fee: Applicable to upper-middle-income Countries (WBG) with High Human Development (HDI). - 50% Discounted Fee: Applicable to lower-middle-income and Low-Income Countries (WBG) with Medium and Low Human Development (HDI). 🌐 This scheme aims to promote inclusivity and eliminate geographical or financial barriers, ensuring that individuals and organizations from all backgrounds and economic circumstances have access to IMI’s services. 🔗 Learn more about the Updated Policy here: https://rb.gy/97v628

📢 The International Mediation Institute (IMI) is delighted to support the launch of the 2024 “Rebooting Mediation – Global Edition” Study led by the Dialogue Through Conflict Foundation (DTC).   🤝 Ten years after the original study, entitled “Rebooting’ The Mediation Directive: Assessing the Limited Impact of its Implementation and Proposing Measures to Increase the Number of Mediations in the EU", the study aims to reevaluate the current use of mediation throughout Europe and the UK and to suggest measures to increase its awareness.   🌐 Local Study Editors in each EU Country and the UK will be your main contact point to answer your questions and help you fill in the study questionnaire that can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gdRN3Qfw.   🌟Please visit DTC‘s website to learn more about the project: https://lnkd.in/gZRn-jRD   #rebootingmediation2024 #rebooting #mediationdevelopment #EUmediation #sustainableconflictglobalinitiative

📣 IMI is proud to share that David Weiss, IMI Board Member, and Pascal Comvalius, Chair of IMI’s Appraisal Committee, recently conducted a powerful workshop on mediation during the March of the Living Event at Auschwitz. 💡 This workshop, organized by the Miller Center on Policing and Community Resilience at Rutgers University, USA, brought together senior police executives from the USA and Canada to discuss strategies for preventing hate crimes. ℹ️ The workshop focused on the critical role of mediation in combating hate crimes, showcasing IMI’s mission to promote professional mediation worldwide. Through practical exercises and discussions, participants explored the potential of mediation techniques in law enforcement. 🔗 Read about IMI's participation at the event here: https://lnkd.in/gzg2nD2X #Mediation #ConflictResolution #IMI #MarchOfTheLiving #LawEnforcement #Peacebuilding #MillerCenter #EagletonInstituteofPolitics #RutgersUniversity

🌟 Congratulations to Equa.Law Mediation on their newly approved IMI Certified Mediator Training Program (CMTP)!! 🥇 Successful registration as an IMI CMTP means meeting the independent international standards for mediator training established through the recommendations of IMI’s independent international task forces and worldwide stakeholder consultation. 🎓 Individuals who successfully complete an IMI CMTP training are eligible to become IMI Qualified Mediators, should they choose to apply for such recognition with IMI and may benefit from joining the Young Mediators Initiative, including the IMI-YMI Mentorship Framework. 👏 Congratulations to Equa.Law Mediation!! View their approved program here: https://rb.gy/i24qoi

📢 The International Mediation Institute (IMI) is delighted to support the Mediation Festival presented by ADR Hellenic Training Hub! 🌎 This vibrant three-day festival, held in September, in the beautiful city of Thessaloniki, Greece, celebrates the art of peaceful dispute resolution through a range of events and activities. Dive into a diverse program featuring the filming of the music video of ADR Hellenic's Mediation song, "A Chance for Understanding" where all attendees are invited to participate! 🤝 Don't miss out on engaging with over 30 world-renowned mediators, arbitrators, scholars, and authors who will share their insights as speakers, panellists, trainers, and moderators. 🏷️ As a special offer, IMI Members will be offered an extended early bird rate of €350 (regularly €450) for registrations by 16 September. Members under 25 can take advantage of the 1+1 offer! 📅 23-25 September 2024 🏢 Thessaloniki, Greece 🔖Register for the event here: https://lnkd.in/dJu4GbA2

📢 The International Mediation Institute (IMI) is delighted to support Everyone Wins Mediation & Negotiation Competition 2024 presented by YCM Conflict Management & Mediation Initiative! 🌎 This event introduces a new approach where everybody emerges as a winner in our competition away from the traditional one-win-one-lose format of competitions. This reflects the true spirit of collaborative mediation and negotiation where all the parties to the conflict win! 🤝 Benefits for Participants include internships, discounts on YCM's IMI Certified Mediation Course, training workshop before the competition, networking opportunities with experts and direct entry into the YCM-Warwick International Student Mediators Cohort 2024. 🏷️ As a special offer, IMI Members will be offered an exclusive 10% discount. 📅 2nd - 4th August, 2024 🏢 Online 🔖Register for the event here: https://lnkd.in/gAzA6KJR For any queries, you may contact +91 7304844860 (WhatsApp) or email [email protected]

📢 The International Mediation Institute (IMI) is delighted to support the World Mediation Summit presented by ADR International Group Inc. and ADR Learning Institute! 🌎 This event promises to be a transformative experience, blending the wisdom of cultural practices with established mainstream methods and the innovation of emerging ideas. Whether attending in-person or virtually, participants can expect to have opportunities to reflect on, discuss, and explore ideas shared by the speakers. You can expect to leave with a renewed passion for mediation and a broader, more inclusive perspective on the possibilities within the field. 🤝 Whether you’re an experienced mediator, a conflict resolution enthusiast, or simply curious about the transformative power of mediation, this summit promises to be an enlightening and enriching experience. 🏷️ As a special offer, IMI Members will be offered an exclusive 15% discount. 📅 June 10th 2024, 13:00 MDT - June 12th 2024, 14:00 MDT 🏢 Hybrid (In-person in Canada at MacEwan University, and Online via Zoom) 🔖Register for the event here: https://rb.gy/4vlxqm

📢 Exciting News! The International Mediation Institute (IMI) is proud to announce its support for the IV International Forum of Professional Mediators! This event is a collaborative effort between the FIMEP-Foro Internacional de Mediadores Profesionales and ODR Latinoamérica 🌎 This forum promises to explore current trends and advancements in professional mediation. It offers a unique platform for sharing knowledge and experiences, with opportunities for networking and specialized training sessions to enhance mediator skills. Plus, attendees can immerse themselves in the cultural, gastronomic, and scenic delights of Buenos Aires. Presentation proposals are now open for submission. Accepted papers will be included in a book published by the ADR-MAGAZINE of Loyola University in Spain and featured on the ODR LATINOAMÉRICA platform, in celebration of FIMEP’s 10th anniversary. 🤝 IMI's Operations Manager, Liliana Amione, will be a featured panelist discussing the ‘IMI Credentialing System.’ She will also be available to answer any questions you may have about IMI, its Mission and Vision, credentialing requirements, and collaboration opportunities. 🏷️ As a special offer, IMI Members will receive an exclusive 20% discount on registration. 📅 Save the date: June 26 to 28, 2024 🕐 Time: 3 pm to 7 pm / 10 am to 2 pm - 3 pm to 7 pm (GMT-3) 🏢 Location: Consejo Profesional de Ciencias Económicas de la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Viamonte 1549- (1055) 🔖 Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/diqRtx2g #IMI #ProfessionalMediation #MediationForum #BuenosAires #FIMEP2024 #ODRLatinoamerica

🌟 Congratulations to the Mediation Center of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Moldova on their newly approved IMI Certified Mediator Training Program (CMTP)!! 🥇 Successful registration as an IMI CMTP means meeting the independent international standards for mediator training established through the recommendations of IMI’s independent international task forces and worldwide stakeholder consultation. 🎓 Individuals who successfully complete an IMI CMTP training are eligible to become IMI Qualified Mediators, should they choose to apply for such recognition with IMI and may benefit from joining the Young Mediators Initiative, including the IMI-YMI Mentorship Framework. 👏 Congratulations to Moldova Mediation Center!! View their approved program here: https://rb.gy/l681ws #IMI #mediation #training #quality #standards #CMTPs #IMIQualified #ADR

𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬’ 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐞: 𝐎𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲 IMI - International Mediation Institute invites mediators to consider signing the 𝑮𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝑷𝒍𝒆𝒅𝒈𝒆, which outlines concrete steps that each of us can take to reduce the impact on the climate of each mediation we conduct. For inspiration, view the World Mediators Alliance on Climate Change (WoMACC) website, https://womacc.org/, or this valuable recorded resource: https://lnkd.in/dhhYFZEC, of a past webinar with IMI Board Member Tat Lim, Kai-Uwe Karl, William Ury, John Sturrock, Anna Howard and Jonathan Lloyd-Jones. The Green Pledge is designed to be broad enough to allow all those involved in mediation to make changes to their behaviour and to lead the way in responsible mediating. 𝐔𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐌𝐈 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/dMu6EuYj #EarthDay #EarchDay2024 #mediation #internationalmediation