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“It was both the skills and sensitivity of the mediators that really helped us work our problem out.”

Founded in 1976, Community Boards is the oldest nonprofit conflict resolution center in the US. Our core services include mediation, conflict coaching, facilitation, and training.  Neighborhood mediations are provided citywide in English, Spanish, Mandarin, and Cantonese. Community Boards is a safe zone: immigration status is never shared. We also offer introductory and advanced conflict resolution trainings year-round. We are a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. (EIN: 94-2382967)

A Statement of Care from Community Boards

Dear Community, Community Boards stands in solidarity with the people and movements who are fighting systemic injustice, institutional racism, and the ongoing incursions of violence on Black people and Black communities. Today and every day Black lives and voices should … Continue reading →

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