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The Basics of Mediation
ONLINE FOR WINTER 2021
Winter Dates and Times
  • Feb 18, Thu, 5-7pm PST
  • Feb 20-21, Sat & Sun, 9:30am–6pm PST
  • Feb 27-28, Sat & Sun, 9:30am–6pm PST
  • Mar 6, Sat, 9:30am–6pm PST
The Basics of Mediation is a 40-hour training that introduces and reinforces critical skills for effective conflict resolution. These skills have a positive impact in a variety of settings.
 
Participants learn the below conflict resolution skills and strategies through presentations, discussions, supportive coaching, and extensive role-plays:
  • Mediation
  • Effective communication & active listening
  • Addressing diversity & gender issues
  • Managing anger & strong emotions
  • Balancing power
  • Breaking impasse
  • Supporting negotiations
  • Plus more...
 
The Basics of Mediation also provides additional benefits:
  • Enhancing professional skills
  • Investing in one’s career
  • Improving communication with peers, coworkers, family & friends
  • Joining a committed community of peacemakers
Your Trainers
Donald Proby, Lead Trainer
Donald, currently a doctoral scholar in educational leadership with an emphasis on cross cultural conflict transformation, has been a mediator, restorative justice practitioner, and conflict resolution trainer for over 35 years. He has worked in government, social services, nonprofit leadership, and public and holistic health arenas. Donald works to create an environment where risk taking is encouraged and the collective experience is engaging.
Karen H. Lipney, Trainer
As ADR Programs Director, Karen draws on years of experience working for a national labor union. In a career transition, Karen focused on mediation to expand her legal and organizational skills. Since 2014, Karen has worked as a volunteer Community Mediator, Conflict Coach, and Facilitator. She was raised in San Francisco and giving back to the community is part of her family heritage.
Earn MCLE Credits and Certification
MCLE: This course is approved by the State Bar of California for 40 MCLE credits including 4 credits for the Recognition and Elimination of Bias in the Legal Profession and Society (provider #9323).

Certification: This training meets the minimum requirements for almost all California court mediation programs. Participants receive certificates upon completion.
Enrollment Tuition
  • CB Member: Early Bird – $720 | After Jan 15, 6pm PST – $770
  • General Public: Early Bird – $795 | After Jan 15, 6pm PST – $845
  • Scholarships are available: Learn more here.
Contact: Karen H. Lipney, ADR Programs Director
klipney@communityboards.org