Author: Owen Tamamoto

Mediation Center of the Pacific will be holding the following events: Elder Mediation and Family Conference Training on April 2 and 9, 2016, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on both days, at the Kukui Center, 245 N. Kukui Street; Civil Rights Mediation Training in conjunction with the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission (HCRC) on Thursday May 12th, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Kukui Center, 245 N. Kukui Street.  The HCRC staff will review the applicable laws and criteria that make a case appropriate for the HCRC, and how appropriate cases are referred to MCP for mediation. MCP staff will review important points relating to the mediation of HCRC referred cases; Under the Mediation Moon Fundraiser on Saturday, May 7, 2016, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm at the Hawaii Convention Center.  Enjoy fabulous food, wine, camaraderie, and a silent auction.  This year’s honorees are Rick Blangiardi of the Hawaii News Now and Dennis Francis of the Honolulu Advertiser.  To purchase tickets contact mcpadmin@mediatehawaii.org. Mediation Challenges Workshop Pau Hana, Friday, June 3, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm at the Kukui Center, 245 N. Kukui Street.  A pau hana event open to all mediators to share their experiences. Accelerated Divorce Mediation Training, July 15-16 and July 22-23, at the Kukui Center, 245 N. Kukui Street.  This Accelerated Divorce Mediation Training is specifically designed for attendees who are already familiar with family law and the divorce process. Advanced Mediation Training, September 29-30 and October 1, at the Kukui Center, 245 N. Kukui Street.  Sharpen skills and expand tools for adapting the basic model of mediation to different complex situations.  There will be many guest experts presenting in a variety of new areas! To reserve a seat for training events contact Nathan at nathan@mediatehawaii.org.