Conflict Resolution Center lists mediation training events The Conflict Resolution Center lists the following mediation training events. May 12-16, 40-hour Family Mediation Seminar Learn to mediate family and divorce conflict. You will learn about mediation theory and skills, practice mediation skills, understand mediation in the context of family dynamics, conflict, domestic violence and high emotion. Mediation ethics and professional conduct are covered in this interactive seminar. The cost is $875; UND rate is $300. Register early; space is limited. Continuing education is available. June 16-20, 40-hour Workplace Mediation Seminar ( http://conflictresolution.und.nodak.edu/train-workplace.php?id=7 ) Learn the leadership skill of effective conflict management and third-party mediation to transform destructive workplace conflict into opportunities for change, connection, and growth. With the nice low unemployment rates in North Dakota and the region, losing employees creates major problems for employers. These skills will be helpful in managing light conflict to mediating major conflict, with the possibility to create positive impact in workplace culture. The cost is $875; UND rate of $300. Register early; space is limited. Continuing education is available. June 21, 6 p.m.: Banquet celebrating the 20th anniversary of the UND Conflict Resolution Center, Hilton Garden Inn at UND. The cost is $35. Register by May 1. June 22: "Transforming Communities Where We Live, Work and Play: A Conference Celebrating 20 Years of Conflict Resolution," at the Energy & Environmental Research Center. We welcome the campus community to join us for a day of thinking and learning about peacemaking and conflict resolution in a variety of contexts. There will be a welcoming breakfast plenary; three concurrent 1.5 hours sessions; a keynote luncheon; and an exhibitors reception (wine tasting). The cost is $160 or $125 if registered by May 1. Register online at http://conflictresolution.und.edu ( http://conflictresolution.und.edu/ ) or call us at 777-3664 - space is limited. Consider an exhibit and sponsorship package. June 23-26: Conflict Transformation Symposium Seminars ( http://conflictresolution.und.edu/savethedate.php ) Two days on team development: a transformative approach to facilitating teams with Joseph P. Folger, author of "The Promise of Mediation," many legal journal articles, founder of the Institute for the Study of Conflict Transformation, and consultant to many Fortune 500 companies. Learn new skills and ideas for supporting a team atmosphere in the organizations you belong to and work with. The transformative approach is responsive to both the empowerment of individuals and the desire to have connection with others and support common goals in order to achieve outstanding results. This is a must for anyone who works with people. Expect a lively, interactive, and hands-on experience with one of the best workshop leaders and trainers in the industry. The cost is $450. Register early; space is limited. Two days with Judith Saul and Scott Sears, New York: Relational Facilitation: The Purpose and Practice of Leading Groups Responsively Description: Working effectively as a facilitator of group deliberations requires a firm grasp of group dynamics and an understanding of the contexts in which groups are interacting. Working from a transformative perspective offers new ideas to the group leader to integrate this knowledge with interactive and process skills that are responsive to the group's (and the facilitator's) sense of purpose. This training will provide a new framework specifically developed for relational group facilitation. Scenarios will be generated by participants with opportunities for interaction and hands-on exercises. A great workshop for anyone who works in and with all kinds of groups, political parties, environmental and civic groups, and others. The cost is $450. Attend both at a cost of only $800. Register early; space is limited. July 21-25, 40-hour Family Mediation Seminar on Beautiful Lake Bemidji, Minn. Learn to mediate family and divorce conflict. You will learn about mediation theory and skills, practice mediation skills, understand mediation in the context of family dynamics, conflict, domestic violence and high emotion. Mediation ethics and professional conduct are covered in this interactive seminar on beautiful Lake Bemidji at the Hampton Inn & Suites. Enjoy the lake and nature on breaks and in the evenings. The cost is $875; UND rate of $500. Register early; space is limited. Continuing education is available.