ADR Center (https://adrcenter.com/) is the largest and leading mediation provider in continental Europe in the field of mediation services, with extensive training experience gained through the delivery of a sophisticated curriculum of excellence. Established in 1998, ADR Center has become a leading consulting organization specializing in the design and implementation of international projects in the fields of Conflict Management, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and mediation processes, and is sought for its international expertise in providing technical assistance for creating state-of-the-art mediation training programs. ADR Center takes pride in serving clients like the European Union and European Parliament, the World Bank, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the International Organization for Migration (IOM) by UN Migration– Switzerland, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Government of Dubai, the Council of Europe, etc.

The accumulated experience over the years has led to the development of ADR Center Academy, which is the training division of ADR Center. ADR Center Academy has more than 20,000 hours in the mediation training classroom and has delivered numerous courses in the field of negotiation, mediation, conflict management and dispute resolution. These include the delivery of mediation training and capacity-building workshops in English and Arabic, as certified by the Continuing Legal Professional Development Accreditation of the Legal Affairs Department of the Government of Dubai. To date, more than 15,000 persons from 5 continents have been trained by the ADR Center in line with the highest international mediation and training standards. ADR Center’s International Mediation Training is accredited by the International Mediation Institute (IMI) for meeting their competency criteria for Certified Mediation Training Programs (CMTP). To this end, the ADR Center Academy’s mediation training program is offered in English and Arabic in Dubai, as reflected on the IMI’s website.

To facilitate best the learning needs of interested persons, ADR Center has further developed an online teaching platform that includes videos, manuals, polls, presentations and other information integrated with real-time communication possibilities, as well as with the application of quizzes, tests and other assignments. By having this online platform, ADR Center Academy is providing additional value to participants enrolled in various training programs who have the possibility to engage with the training faculty, fill in pre-course assessment surveys and access materials to be as prepared as possible for the course.

Graduates of previous mediation training programs organized in 2022 and 2023 in Dubai by the ADR Center in partnership with the Legal Affairs Department of the Government of Dubai reflect on their experience throughout ADR Center courses and interaction with the platform by qualifying it as “brilliant”, “fantastic” and “one of the most useful trainings ever attended for its practicality and relevance”. Deploying such a world-class cloud-based learning management system designed specifically for negotiation, mediation, and other programs related to dispute resolution with minimal technical headaches and maximum efficiency offers a new, revolutionary way of teaching mediation that is focused on the comprehensive development of skills while offering asynchronous support.

The online programs offered by the ADR Center for Dubai and the UAE attracted hundreds of participants and generated a lot of interest, extended discussions and a high level of satisfaction. For example, on November 22^nd 2023, a one-hour highly interactive webinar was organized as an “introduction to mediation” to discuss the fundamental elements of mediation and what differentiates this process from other dispute resolution processes in the UAE and the world. The participants also learned more about ADR Center’s approach to mediation training, the main building blocks and a comprehensive training timeline.

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Another two-hour successful webinar, “Introduction to Mediation: The New Federal Law on Mediation”, was held by ADR Center on 8th December 2023 and accredited with 2 CLPD points. The participants found the information shared valuable and helpful for their legal practice because the webinar stimulated creative thinking and paved the way towards possible opportunities associated with the development of ADR and mediation in Dubai and the UAE. This was possible because of the training faculty’s preparation and competence, as well as the participating lawyers’ high level of engagement with comments, questions and opinions, thus reflecting that in Dubai, there is a community of bright lawyers who are passionate about applying mediation and through this – transform the way conflicts are dealt with in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) towards more collaborative and peaceful means.

All of the above is further complemented by the integration of the utmost innovative tools and materials developed by ADR Center that are designed to ensure robust uptake of mediation practices in both public and private settings. Part of these tools include the “Three-Track Methodology in creating an effective mediation ecosystem across 70 variables”, which offers a step-by-step framework that strategically structures and articulates the necessary components for a successful mediation ADR environment.

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Along with it, ADR Center trainings further include practical tools and a comprehensive methodology that guides future mediators through the most relevant skills and tools for each of the particular stages – ADR Center’s 5x5 mediation matrix.  

ADR Center Academy’s upcoming trainings in Dubai:

-    ADR Center International Accredited Mediator Training Dubai (English) - 22-23-29-30 April & 6 May 2024

-    ADR Center International Accredited Mediator Training Dubai (Arabic) - 24-25 April & 1-2-7 May 2024

-    Assessment for IMI Certified mediators – new dates will be announced soon

-    Mediation Advocacy for lawyers workshop - new dates will be announced soon

CLPD points are accredited for each of the courses offered.

Join in today and get access to world-class, cutting-edge training materials that ensure the development of new skills for getting the most out of amicable dispute resolution.