Community Boards is the Bay Area’s conflict resolution training leader, offering a wide range of trainings for both beginning mediators and seasoned practitioners seeking to expand their skills. Our core training, The Basics of Mediation, is the Bay Area’s most comprehensive and affordable training for those wishing to learn and practice mediation. Our yearly calendar of Conflict Resolution Clinics provide intensive two-hour workshops covering a wide range of topics.
OCTOBER 15
Turning Difference into Opportunities for Growth
Systems-Oriented Conflict Resolution
With John O’Grady
October 15, Thursday, 5:30-7:30pm PDT
2 MCLE Credits Awarded
Live Interactive Workshop on Zoom
For mediators, differences aren’t the problem — how people relate to them is. John’s session invites you to explore conflict from a systems perspective, offering a fresh lens that complements the tools you already have. Rather than treating differences as obstacles to smooth over or fight about, we’ll practice Functional Subgrouping, a method for helping parties recognize differences as resources rather than threats. It’s a practical addition to any mediator’s toolkit, especially in disputes where emotion and identity run high. Learn more here.
OCTOBER 17-18 & 24-25
The Basics of Mediation
With Sharon Tom, Lead Trainer
40 hours – Two Consecutive Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays, 9:30am – 6:00pm PDT
Live Interactive Workshop on Zoom
The Basics of Mediation introduces and reinforces the skills critical for effective conflict resolution: clear communication, problem-solving, constructive engagement, mediation, and negotiation.
It is a highly engaging mix of discussion, role play, and coaching that builds your skills step-by-step, and gives you the framework, practice, and confidence to mediate disputes. You’ll also get access to supplemental training videos on YouTube and additional reading materials.
You’ll participate in multiple coached role-play practices that are held in breakout rooms with immediate feedback and guidance. Each day is designed to be fun and engaging to maximize learning! Learn more here.
We are a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization registered as Community Board Program, Inc. (EIN: 94-2382967)