Federal ADR Network News [03.25.10, Part III]

Federal ADR Network
Deborah S. Laufer, Director

Notices of ADR Developments, Training and Resources
24 March 2010

18. ACR Workplace Section’s Conflict Coaching Committee for their next 60 minute teleseminar on Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at 5:00 – 6:00 pm Eastern.

The bridge line will be provided to members of the ACR section. For information on how to join the section, see information below.

Self and Identity in Conflict Resolution Coaching

Issues of self and identity permeate all of human life, but they are particularly important during interpersonal conflict. For this month’s teleseminar, Elizabeth Bader will speak on these issues and the core psychological dynamic which people typically experience during resolution of conflict, known as the IDR cycle. This consists of inflation, deflation and realistic resolution and applies to the dynamics experienced by our coaching clients and parties to a mediation or other negotiation forum. You are welcome to contact Elizabeth at elizabeth@elizabethbader.com to obtain her article in this regard: The Psychology of Mediation: Issues of Self and Identity and the IDR Cycle, 10 Pepperdine Dispute Resolution Law Journal 183 (2010).

Further, to help clients effectively deal with conflict, it is important that we the coaches, mediators and facilitators are sensitive to and skilled in dealing with issues of self and identity. In this regard, this teleseminar will also explore the ways in which working with our own issues of ego, self and identity help us be more effective when dealing with particularly anxious or difficult clients. Specific related reading: “The Psychology of Mediation, Part I: The Mediator's Issues of Self and Identity”, available at http://www.mediate.com/articles/baderE2.cfm

Elizabeth Bader is a leader in the movement to integrate greater psychological understanding into conflict resolution. Her mediation practice includes the successful resolution of complex, multi-party, mass-tort-related litigation, as well as a variety of other disputes. Elizabeth is also the founder of an ABA Committee on the psychology of conflict resolution and the author of the above-noted articles. As a mediator, Elizabeth emphasizes the importance of understanding psychological dynamics between the parties. Similarly, she coaches individuals using a self-inquiry model of self-exploration. More information on Elizabeth’s work may be found at www.elizabethbader.com/events.html.

NOTE: Advanced Practitioners (ACR) who attend this teleseminar in its entirety, qualify for one hour credit.

To join ACR’s Conflict Coaching Committee and for further information on this group, please contact Chair: Cinnie Noble at 1-866-335-6466 (toll free in Canada & U.S.) or 416-686-4247 or cinnie@cinergycoaching.com.

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19. 17th Annual Northwest Dispute Resolution Conference

April 30 – May 1, 2010, University of Washington School of Law, Seattle

The 17th Annual Northwest Dispute Resolution Conference will be presented by the Washington Law School Foundation, Dispute Resolution Section of the Washington State Bar Association, Dispute Resolution Section of the King County Bar Association, Washington Mediation Association and Resolution Washington on April 30 – May 1, 2010. This 1 ½ day event will take place at William H. Gates Hall, University of Washington School of Law on the Seattle campus.

This year’s regional conference will offer over 30 sessions for those practicing law, mediating or helping resolve or manage conflict. Speakers from throughout the U.S. and Canada will cover the most recent developments and trends in dispute resolution.

For more information about the conference, please contact UW CLE at 800-253-8648 or 206-543-0059, email: uwcle@u.washington.edu. Visit the conference website at: www.mediate.com/nwadr.

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20. “Under the Veil: Being Muslim and non-Muslim in America, Post 9/11” is a series of vignettes about life in the aftermath of 9/11, and takes a closer look at the effects of fear mongering and a new racism leveled at the Muslim community as “Muslim is the new black.” A snapshot of life as we have reconfigured it, “Under the Veil” takes on the media, entertainment journalism, political posturing, life on the subways, the current wars and much more. The project was created and funded through partnerships with Intersections International and The Sargeant Shriver Peace Institute, as part of TE’A New York: Theatre Engagement and Action.

“Under the Veil” is being presented in a limited run for 2 Sundays – March 28th and April 4th at 5:30 pm, as part of Mind The Art Entertainment’s theatre festival, and co-sponsored by LaMama ETC, New York City’s preeminent political theatre venue. Tickets are $15 with an additional $1 surcharge.
Go to www.mindtheartentertainment.com/MTAE/Projects or www.Lamama.org for tickets

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21: Job Announcement: Bilingual Mediation Case Manager for Custody & Visitation (English/Spanish)

The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children seeks a Bilingual Mediation Case Manager for Custody and Visitation in its New York City Family Court Mediation Program. The Bilingual Mediation Case Manager for Custody & Visitation will conduct initial assessments of custody matters in New York City Family Court to determine appropriateness for mediation services and assign matters deemed appropriate to a roster of independent panel mediators. This position may also conduct a settlement conference or mediation session. This position is also responsible for tracking case progress and reporting case resolutions to the Court and The NYSPCC.

This applicant must have completed forty hours of mediation training and a mediation apprenticeship. Experience mediating cases involving family/child related issues is required, as is a working knowledge of the child welfare and family court systems. Bachelor’s degree required; law degree or graduate degree in social services or mental health preferred. Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

This Position will include travel between NYC Family Court locations. Regular attendance during night court hours is required. Sound verbal and written communication skills in English/Spanish and excellent organizational skills are required. Knowledge of child welfare, domestic violence and child abuse & neglect issues is essential.

The salary for this position is $47,500 per year.

If you are interested in applying for this position, or know individuals that may be interested, a resume and cover letter should be sent to Norma Jean Richards, Program Coordinator for Education and Administration. Her email address is NRichards@nyspcc.org.

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22: GO TO USAJOBS.GOV FOR FULL DETAILS

EEOC VACANCY LISTING

POSITION: ADR Mediator, GS-301-12

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: D10SAN330882-53-KLM

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1

LOCATION: San Francisco, CA

OPEN PERIOD: 03/16/2010 to 03/29/2010

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All Qualified Candidates

This vacancy is also being announced through Merit Promotion announcement M10SAN330892-53-KLM

All applicants must apply through USA Jobs at the following website: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/

POSITION: ADR Mediator, GS-301-12

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: D10STL330920-54-KLM

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1

LOCATION: St. Louis, MO

OPEN PERIOD: 03/16/2010 to 03/29/2010

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All Qualified Candidates

This vacancy is also being announced through Merit Promotion announcement M10STL330933-54-KLM

All applicants must apply through USA Jobs at the following website: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/

POSITION: ADR Mediator, GS-301-12

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: D10NYC330968-55-KLM

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1

LOCATION: New York, NY

OPEN PERIOD: 03/17/2010 to 03/30/2010

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All Qualified Candidates

This vacancy is also being announced through Merit Promotion Announcement M10NYC330990-55-KLM

All applicants must apply through USA Jobs at the following website: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/

POSITION: ADR Mediator, GS-301-12

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: D10NWK331036-56-KLM

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1

LOCATION: Newark, NJ

OPEN PERIOD: 03/16/2010 to 03/29/2010

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All Qualified Candidates

This vacancy is also being announced through Merit Promotion Announcement M10NWK331040-56-KLM

All applicants must apply through USA Jobs at the following website: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/

POSITION: ADR Mediator, GS-301-12

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: D10RAL331051-57-KLM

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1

LOCATION: Raleigh, NC

OPEN PERIOD: 03/17/2010 to 03/30/2010

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All Qualified Candidates

This vacancy is also being announced through Merit Promotion Announcement M10RAL331054-57-KLM

All applicants must apply through USA Jobs at the following website: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/

POSITION: ADR Mediator, GS-301-12

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: D10LAX331066-58-KLM

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1

LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA

OPEN PERIOD: 03/17/2010 to 03/30/2010

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All Qualified Candidates

This vacancy is also being announced through Merit Promotion Announcement M10LAX331075-58-KLM

All applicants must apply through USA Jobs at the following website: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/

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23. Mediators Beyond Borders (MBB) invites you to attend the special workshop:

Trauma in International ADR and At Home...
A Neurobiologically Informed Approach to Mediation

The workshop is presented by MBB, the Bar Association of San Francisco and Finding Common Ground.

Date & Time

Tuesday, April 20, 2010
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Venue

The Bar Association of San Francisco
301 Battery Street, Third Floor

Topics

how to recognize trauma
individual, community and intergenerational trauma
how to respond to trauma during a mediation
about the work of Mediators Beyond Borders
MCLE5.5 Hours
Cost$125.00 for BASF and MBB Members · $150 Others
(Includes Lunch, Materials, and MCLE)

PaymentCheck Mail to M. Leichliter Mediation Law Office, 565 Commercial Street, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94111. All checks should be made out to Mediators Beyond Borders.

For payment by credit card, please go to http://www.mediatorsbeyondborders.org/creditcardpayments.shtml
A portion of the fee will be donated to Mediators Beyond Borders, a nonprofit organization that is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Registration

Register online (http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103191977482&s=6823&e=001zdGEY6Ahf-U_X8l2YUrWjs-mhqAiyrNnos3QpqfxEgHCLI_3mZY-tfVCLtUZYBfKC1jWXDnS-tRoeYK1qw4KZ4K646rvhYMAD7SxzdB8jRFmSYvkqBBIHUjVKWP8H1-eurXG-ipWMylRAmEi_vikUYut9fUctbeZWadDSmjC56Y=)

or call 415-864-6960.

24. The 2010 Forrest S. Mosten Lecturer and Scholar

in Residence in Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies

BARGAINING WITH THE DEVIL:

WHEN TO NEGOTIATE, WHEN TO FIGHT

Robert H. Mnookin

Williston Professor of Law, HARVARD LAW SCHOOL Director, HARVARD NEGOTIATION RESEARCH PROJECT

Chair, STEERING COMMITTEE, PROGRAM ON NEGOTIATION

LOCATION: Alumni and Visitors Center

(NW Corner of Canyon Crest Drive at University Avenue)

DATE: Thursday, May 13, 2010

TIME: 5:00 PM Lecture

Reception and book signing immediately following lecture

Visitors may use this flyer as a parking permit. Place on dash and park in lot 24 across from the Alumni and Visitors Center.

Robert Mnookin has applied his interdisciplinary approach to negotiation and conflict resolution to a remarkable range of problems, both public and private. He has written extensively about barriers to the negotiated resolution of conflict and how to overcome them, ethnic conflicts both violent and non-violent, and divorce bargaining. In his latest book Bargaining with the Devil: When to Negotiate, When to Fight, he addresses the most challenging conflicts — when you are facing an adversary you don’t trust, who may harm you, or may even be evil. Mnookin provides tools for confronting devils of all kinds — in international relations, in business and in family conflicts.

Co-sponsored by the Anderson Graduate School of Management
and World Affairs Council of Inland Southern California

For more information contact Cindi Smith at 951.827.3572

http://peaceandconflictstudies.ucr.edu/Mosten/

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25. NEW WORKSHOP: TOUGH CONVERSATIONS FOR GROWNUPS -- AT MIDLIFE AND BEYOND

Mediators Carolyn Parr and Sig Cohen of Beyond Dispute Associates, www.beyonddispute.com, are offering a 3-hour workshop to teach Seniors how to talk with family members about sensitive issues of aging.

Participants will learn to
-- initiate tough conversations,
-- engage in tough conversations with compassion, dignity, and respect, and
-- emerge from tough conversations with greater mutual understanding, mutual support, and stronger family bonds.

Who needs this ?
-- Mom lives 400 miles away - alone - and recently fell and broke her leg. You think it's time for her to move in with you. She disagrees because she loves her home, friends, and independence. How do you broach this conversation? You and Mom both need this workshop.

-- You're in your 70's and want to talk to your kids about your finances, your will, and other end of life issues. When you tried to bring it up, they said, "Dad, we don't want to think about that. It's too soon." How do you get them to engage? You and your kids need this workshop.

--Your parents need help. Since your siblings live in other towns, you've become the principal caretaker. You take on this responsibility willingly, but would appreciate some help and support. How can you talk to your siblings about this? You and your siblings need this workshop.

Where and When: (Choose One) Saturday, April 10, 9:30-12:30
Holiday Park Senior Center, 3950 Ferrara Dr., Wheaton, MD 20906 or

Thursday, April 29, 9:00-12N
Servant Leadership School (Festival Center)
1640 Columbia Rd., NW
Washington, DC 20009 $30 per person, or $50 for two. Credit cards accepted.

Call Carolyn Parr, 202-359-614 to register, or go to www.beyonddispute.com.

Who we are: Carolyn is a retired judge and has been a family and commercial mediator for more than 8 years. Sig is a former State Department officer, doing family and community mediations for more than 15 years. They have both had direct personal experience addressing these tough conversations.

www.beyonddispute.com

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