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26/02/2020

The mediator’s persona: bringing presence and confidence into focus

Professional development one day workshop for mediators with Catherine Davidson

For workshop outline and registration, please visit eventbrite.com.au/e/76863870907

When: 02 March 2020, 9am-5pm
Where: Resolution Institute, Level 1, 13-15 Bridge Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Cost: Resolution Institute Members: AU $599 I Non-members: AU $699
This event will contribute 6.5 hours of CPD.

In an interactive workshop designed for developing and newly-accredited mediators, mediation trainer Catherine Davidson will guide you on developing your personal style and confidence as a mediator. Over three sessions, you will use the mediation process, communications skills and tools to learn how to build on your strengths (as revealed by the VIA Character Strengths Survey taken prior to the workshop) and apply them effectively.

Session 1: Mediator presence: what it means and why it matters, linking strengths and presence, individual reflection and group discussion, four challenges, framework to maintain presence

Session 2: How to build and maintain presence: process (what to do at each stage to build connection, four key tools that support presence and outcomes), skills (advanced listening, appreciative questions - framework and value, emotions and empathy, exercises and group interactive activity), tools and frameworks to assist in preparation/during the process

Session 3: The way forward: design a plan to support development - four stage framework, journalling, reflective practice, and supervision

Catherine Davidson is a nationally accredited mediator (NMAS), certified by the International Mediation Institute (IMI). She has mediated over 700 commercial and workplace disputes and mediates under several industry schemes including the NSW Small Business Commission, the National Franchising Panel and The NSW Farm Debt Mediation Act. She is also a panel mediator for the Australian Disputes Centre.

A trainer for the Australian Disputes Centre Mediation Training Workshops in Australia and Asia, Catherine has delivered negotiation and mediation workshops in a number of law schools in India and China.
www.cdms.com.au | https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-davidson/

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