32-Hour Virtual Training
Foundations of Community Mediation, Facilitation, and Restorative Justice
Starts on January 28 and ends on March 1, 2025 * Please note that there are no sessions the week of February 18-22.
Registration Open!
This engaging and interactive 32-hour training is designed for individuals looking to enhance their communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills while exploring restorative justice practices. Completion of the training also qualifies participants to become volunteer mediators with CJAM, providing opportunities to apply and refine these skills in real-life settings. The training is limited to 16 participants and will be conducted virtually via Zoom (Eastern Standard Time). Additional details about the training are provided below. Contact joelene@cjamcenter.org with any questions.
Early Bird Tuition: $275 if received by January 15, 2025.
Scholarships are available – information is on the registration form.
Schedule: Sessions are scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings (7-9 PM EST) and Saturdays (noon-4 PM EST).
1/28, 1/30 |
2/1 |
2/4, 2/6 |
2/8 |
2/11, 2/13 |
2/15 |
2/25, 2/27 |
3-1 |
7-9 PM |
12 to 4 PM |
7-9 PM |
12 to 4 PM |
7-9 PM |
12 to 4 PM |
7-9 PM |
12 to 4 PM |
* Please note that there are no sessions the week of February 18-22.
TO REGISTER: click here
To pay for training online click here or mail a check to 205 S. Walnut St., Suite 16, Bloomington, IN 47404.
About the Training:
Through a combination of large and small group discussions, demonstrations, and interactive exercises, participants will explore the roots of conflict and learn processes for achieving constructive resolutions. The training focuses on enhancing interpersonal skills, including communication, active listening, problem-solving, and negotiation. It also provides an introduction to restorative justice philosophy and practices, such as victim-offender mediation. By the end of the program, participants will have the foundational knowledge and skills to serve as community mediators and restorative justice practitioners, qualifying them to volunteer with CJAM.
The training will provide hands-on practice with:
- Active listening to foster effective communication
- Navigating complex conflicts across different contexts
- Asking powerful questions to deepen understanding
- Applying restorative justice practices and methods
- Engaging in self-reflection for thoughtful decision-making
- Addressing power imbalances to ensure equitable solutions
CJAM is a member of the National Association for Community Mediation (NAFCM) and adheres to NAFCM’s quality assurance standards. CJAM prioritizes mediator ethics in accordance with Rule 7 of Indiana’s Rules for Alternative Dispute Resolution.
