VMN Calendar

Please see below for a list of upcoming VMN events, as well as events sponsored by our Enhanced, Community Mediation Center, and Institutional Members.  (If you are an Enhanced, Community Mediation Center, or Institutional member, and you have an event or training you would like to add to our calendar, please contact Christy Brimmer at virginiamediationnetwork@gmail.com.)


Disclaimer of Liability and Endorsement: While the Virginia Mediation Network strives to make the information on this website as informative, neutral, accurate and timely as possible, VMN makes no endorsement of, promises about, guarantees or opinions related to the accuracy or adequacy of the contents of the third-party seminars.  VMN expressly disclaims any liability for the content of said presentations.  Any opinions expressed by third-party presenters, whether members of VMN or not, are not expressed as the opinion of the organization itself. Reference on this website to any specific commercial product, process or service, or the use of any trade, firm or corporation name is for the information and convenience of the public, and does not constitute endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the Virginia Mediation Network.

Upcoming events

    • 04/25/2024
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Virtual via Zoom
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    Does your workplace experience its fair share of conflict? Do you find it challenging to resolve disagreements within your organization? While conflict is inevitable in any workplace, it does not have to be destructive.  Mediation provides a process to resolve workplace disputes, allowing those in your organization to find solutions that work for everyone.   This workshop will explore the unique dynamics of conflict in the workplace by providing mediators with the tools and techniques needed to navigate these situations effectively. This interactive workshop will give mediators the ability in which gain valuable insight into and use their skills to:

    • Understand what causes workplace conflict
    • Improve communication skills for conflict resolution;
    • Understand the appropriate laws, rules, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements that could impact workplace conflict;
    • Build stronger relationships;
    • Create a more positive and respectful work environment;
    • Overcome obstacles to workplace mediation;
    • Help negotiate a mutually beneficial and sustainable solution. 

    **Pending 1.0 hours CME credit (0.0 ethics) by the Supreme Court of Virginia**

    This presentation will be recorded and made available to registrants for 30 days post-webinar.



    This course counts toward MC3 certification and recertification. Visit MC3 Mediator Certification for more information.

    Presenter Bios

    Douglas B. Spoors is currently the EEO Education/ADR Manager for the Department of the Navy, Navy Exchange Service Command in Virginia Beach, Virginia, designing and providing EEO training and ADR services to over 16,000 civilian associates world-wide. He is also on the Adjunct Faculty of William and Mary Law School, teaching mediation. He is an attorney, mediator, trainer, and the founder of the Institute for Mixed Method Mediation. He is the author of the book Mixed Method Mediation: A Hybrid Approach to Conflict Resolution, now in its 2nd Edition. He has mediated conflicts involving EEO complaints, workplace disputes, employment discrimination, wrongful termination, family law, consumer debt, landlord/tenant, and real estate.  He a member of the Mediators Beyond Borders International. In March, 2019, he received the Ambassador for Peace in Conflict Resolution Award for his contribution in the field of mediation. He received his J.D. and L.LM. in Transnational Business Practices from the McGeorge School of Law, the latter in conjunction with the University of Salzburg, Austria. He received his facilitative mediation training from the Loyola Law School/Los Angeles, a Certificate in Transformative Mediation from Dan Simon Mediation, a Certificate in Negotiation Mastery from Harvard Business School, a Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution from Harvard Law School, and a Certificate in Neuro Design Engineering from the Academy of Wealth and Achievement. He has most recently completed a Certificate program on Conflict, Rule of Law, and Local Security at the Hague Academy for Local Governance, the Netherlands. He is also an international photographer. His library of works displays photos from throughout the United States and around the world. Favorite Quote: It’s not about who is right or wrong, it’s about problem solving and finding meaningful solutions. Next Favorite Quote: You are only as brilliant as your last stupid mistake. Doug joined the VMN Board in 2021, and currently serves as President.

    Charles P. Lickson has over 35 years of experience as a practicing attorney and then as a conflict resolution professional. His career has included a trial, business and international law practice, forming and operating a successful Alternative Dispute Resolution firm and as a writer. His articles have appeared in both lay and professional legal publications. He is the author of 10 books including Use of ADR in Technology Disputes, Ironing It Out: Seven Simple Steps to Resolving Conflicts (now available in an updated version) and Effective Negotiation In Seven Simple Steps with Bryane Lickson.  Education: Bachelor of Arts -- Johns Hopkins University.  (Political  Science Honors); Law Clerk – Federal Judge (Hon. Alexander Holtzoff); Juris Doctor – Georgetown University Law Center.(Top Third of Class); Ph.D. (Religious Counseling) – American College. 

    • 07/02/2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
    • Virtual via Zoom
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    For the most part we, as mediators, are well-skilled at managing the range of concerns that many participants express about engaging in the mediation process. This includes a range of anxieties and fears that have the potential for interfering with their ability to effectively engage in the process. The reality is many people are ill-prepared to participate in mediation and to engage in a face-to-face conversation with the other person with whom they are in conflict. Based on her research and the development of the CINERGY model of conflict management coaching, Cinnie Noble, our guest speak on July 2 will share her findings and the type of process she uses to prepare mediation parties to engage in mediation when it comes to workplace and other interpersonal disputes.

    **Pending 1.0 hours CME credit (0.0 ethics) by the Supreme Court of Virginia**

    This presentation will be recorded and made available to registrants for 30 days post-webinar.



    This course counts toward MC3 certification and recertification. Visit MC3 Mediator Certification for more information.

    Presenter Bios

    Cinnie Noble, a former lawyer with a Master of Law in ADR, is a Chartered Mediator and Professional Certified Coach. In 1999, she developed a process known as conflict management coaching - an ADR mechanism that focuses on coaching clients on a one-on-one basis to strengthen their conflict competence, to maximize their ability to engage in conflict independently or, to participate in mediation and other processes. Cinnie is co-author (with Leslie Dizgun and Paul Emond) of the book entitled Mediation Advocacy: Effective Client Representation in Mediation Proceedings, author of  Family Mediation: A Guide for Lawyers and 2 coaching books: Conflict Mastery: Questions to Guide You and Conflict Management Coaching: The CINERGY™ Model More on Cinnie may be found at  www.cinergycoaching.com.


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Disclaimer of Liability and Endorsement: While the Virginia Mediation Network strives to make the information on this website as informative, neutral, accurate and timely as possible, VMN makes no endorsement of, promises about, guarantees or opinions related to the accuracy or adequacy of the contents of the third-party seminars.  VMN expressly disclaims any liability for the content of said presentations.  Any opinions expressed by third-party presenters, whether members of VMN or not, are not expressed as the opinion of the organization itself. Reference on this website to any specific commercial product, process or service, or the use of any trade, firm or corporation name is for the information and convenience of the public, and does not constitute endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the Virginia Mediation Network.

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