If you are a member of ACR (National) Family Section, you can participate in “Family Mediation and Domestic Violence: The use of family mediation and the resolution of post-separation parenting within a history of family violence”, a free teleseminar presented by Jon Graham. The presence of family violence is likely to create power differentials that make mediation more challenging. The misuse of power and control within intimate partner relationships can make any negotiation of future parenting arrangements impossible. The challenge we mediators face is that standard dispute resolution models struggle to manage the specific challenges of both resolution of disputed issues and working with the highly complex families. This teleconference will begin to draw together theory and practice models from Australia and North America that prioritize family safety in complex cases. Theory will be outlined and case examples provided of models for ensuring safer post-separation family mediation processes. Speaker: Jon Graham, LLB, BA (Psych), VGrand Dip, FDR (Australia) Jon Graham is a Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (Family Mediator) based in Sydney Australia. Jon has qualifications in law, psychology and commerce as well as post-graduate qualifications in family mediation. Jon combines over 20 years of clinical experience with families affected by separation and divorce with a substantial training calendar. Teleconference Date: Monday, July 13, 2015 Time: 12:00-1:00 p.m. Eastern Time (6:00am-7:00am Hawaii Time) Call-in Number: (605) 562-3140 Access code: 474131
The Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center is pleased to host the seminar “Effective Group Decision Making” with Dr. Randy Hirokawa. Participants will: Explore what influences group decision making, how groups make “bad” decisions, and how meetings contribute to faulty group decision making Learn how to make effective decisions in one’s own group and six rules for running successful meetings Have a chance to assess past group decision making experience and engage in a hands-on exercise in group decision making Presenter Dr. Randy Hirokawa is Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo. Dr. Hirokawa is known widely for his expertise in the area of small group communication and decision-making effectiveness. His scholarship has contributed to the development of a theory called the “functional perspective,” which has been identified as one of the three most influential theories of small group communication. Two of Dr. Hirokawa’s books are among the most widely-used advanced group communication textbooks at universities across the country and world-wide. When and Where July 10, 2015 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo in UCB Room 12. Tuition $125, including training materials, breakfast, and lunch. Group discounts are available. How to Register Contact Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center Program Coordinator Gail Takaki at (808) 935-7844 x 9 or gail@hawaiimediation.org
On July 1, 2015 Hawaii will take the historic step of establishing the second statewide Environmental Court in the United States. Hawaii’s new Environmental Court will have broad jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases affecting the environment. According to Supreme Court Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald, “The goal of the Environmental Court is to ensure the fair, consistent, and effective resolution of cases involving the environment. We are excited to be part of this new initiative.” Read more
If you are a member of ACR National, you can participate in this teleseminar presented by Kenneth Cloke and based on his book The Art of Waking People Up. This session will identify ways people can use their conflicts as opportunities to promote personal, relational, and organizational learning and transformation. It will consider the subtle art of “waking people up,” and transforming the internal attitudes and external systems within which they interact, build relationships, grow and evolve, and learn better ways to resolve their disputes. Kenneth Cloke is Director of the Center for Dispute Resolution and a mediator, arbitrator, facilitator, coach, consultant, and trainer, specializing in communication, negotiation, and resolving complex multi-party disputes. When: July 8, 2015 – 12pm Eastern Time (6:00am Hawaii Time) Read more
Join us for the quarterly informal meet-up for conflict resolution professionals and eager up-and-comers! Guided by a different theme each time, we reflect, and give and gather feedbacks (and likely a few laughs) on anything from process to client behavior to self-care. Theme: “Self-Care Strategies: What Rejuvenates Us” As peacemakers and conflict resolvers, we place the needs of others in front of our own and often carry their stresses with us. In order for us to remain effective and healthy in mind, body, emotion, and spirit, come ready to share ideas on how we reduce stress, enhance resilience, and find balance. Lisa Jacobs of ACR Hawaii will be the host. Where and When Honolulu Board of REALTORS®, Ewa Room – 1136 12th Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816 – Map/Driving Instructions Thursday, September 24, 2015 5:15 pm Registration | 5:30 pm – 7 pm Storytelling Parking and Refreshments Parking is available on the street or in the lot behind the building Refreshments will be provided Cosponsors ACR Hawaii HSBA – ADR Section Matsunaga Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution Mediation Center of the Pacific Flyer To view/print our flyer click here RSVP To register online click the link below. Seating is Limited to 25. ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM
Each year, ACR (National) seeks dedicated, energetic, enthusiastic, talented and knowledgeable members to become volunteer leaders as Board Directors and Officers. If you are such a member or know a member who qualifies, this is the time to consider becoming a candidate (or nominating someone) for a seat on the Board. Read more
ACR National announces a Request for Initial Proposal Ideas for the 2015 funding cycle of the ACR/JAMS partnership in supporting Conflict Resolution Education. The funding focus for the 2015 funding cycle is to support projects that advance the development, implementation, and/or assessment of conflict resolution education serving special needs youth populations in formal or informal educational contexts. Read more
On June 10, 2015 Pacific Business News published an article written by Lorin Eleni Gill and titled “Mediation Center of the Pacific Starts Memorial Fund to Aid Hawaii Seniors”. It reads ~~ The Mediation Center of the Pacific is establishing new mediation fund for Hawaii seniors and their families as a memorial to one of its most successful mediators, Charles “Chuck” Hurd, who died last month. The Charles H. Hurd Memorial Fund for Kupuna Pono will allow the center to reach more families encountering conflict when caring for an elderly family member. Tracey Wiltgen, executive director of The Mediation Center of the Pacific, says Hurd championed the Kupuna Program, which is still developing after its creation in 2012. Read more
ACR National New Executive Director
Cheryl Jamison, Esq. is ACR National new Executive Director. Cheryl is well-known to the ACR and the larger ADR community. Over her years on the ACR Board, she has held leadership positions, and most recently as ACR’s Immediate Past President. Cheryl brings her dedication and wealth of knowledge to her new role as ACR’s Executive Director. Her critical skills in organizational, management and outreach work will continue to serve ACR and its membership well. Read more
Chuck Hurd: A Celebration of Life January 7, 1946 – May 20,2015 When Saturday, June 20, 2015 Gathering 9:30am – Celebration 10:00am Where Koolau Ballrooms and Conference Rooms 45-550 Kionahole Road – Kaneohe – Map VIEW/PRINT INVITE