We’ll hasn’t April been a wild ride? With all those public holidays you would have thought it would be pretty cruisy but instead it seems to have been a bit squeezy!
With my perpetual optimism I look forward to a less hectic month in May.
Key team member, Ken Speakman is taking a break over May and doing some project work. Lee Lee will be hosting the Q & A sessions at a later time to allow her to get home from her day job as a FDR Practitioner.
Remember that the Mi Members and Students course area has all sorts of resources available for you for free. Mi Members & Students (study247.online)
Click on the member’s name to visit their profile.
Felicity Mitchell – FDR Practitioner and NMAS Mediator – WA | Kim Gotlieb – NMAS Mediator – NSW | Kerry Cabrera – FGC Facilitator – NSW | Sarwat ‘Sue’ Moussa – FGC Facilitator – NSW | Yuliya Richard – FDR Practitioner and NMAS Mediator – NSW | Lisa Sarri – FDR Practitioner and NMAS Mediator – QLD | Rebecca Casey – NMAS Mediator – ACT | Mary Magalotti – NMAS Mediator – VIC | Kathryn Kearley – NMAS Mediator – NSW | Temara Willis – FDR Practitioner – SA | Leeanne Lightfoot – FDR Practitioner – NSW || Christian Vindin – NMAS Mediator – NSW | Erin Thiele – FDR Practitioner – QLD | Samantha Bowman – NMAS Mediator – TAS | Scott Spicer – NMAS Mediator – NSW | Atlas College – Education Provider – NSW | Susan Zielin – NMAS Mediator – VIC | Janet Barnes – FDR Practitioner and NMAS Mediator – QLD | Peter Thatcher – FDR Practitioner – SA | Walid Kalouche – FDR Practitioner and NMAS Mediator – NSW | Venita Dimos – FDR Practitioner and NMAS Mediator – VIC | Amanda Baker – NMAS Mediator – WA
Welcome to the 9 other new and renewing Members who prefer not to have a public profile.
Directory Pages for our main member categories
Links to register to these events hosted by Mi as well as other events that may interest members are available on the Mi Events Calendar. https://www.mediationinstitute.edu.au/events/
Did you know that you have the option to transfer your membership from one Recognised Mediator Accreditation Body (RMAB) to another?
You can do this when your membership with the other RMAB is due, simply complete the transfer section on our renewal form.
You can be a member with both Mediation Institute and another RMAB, however you can only be NMAS accredited through one RMAB.
Mediation Institute is happy to promote events run by other organisations that may be valuable to Mediation Institute Members.
Don’t hesitate to contact us about your events (Mi Member discounts for paid events are encouraged).
This is a free service for Mediation Institute Members or relevant free events. If you are not a member and it is a paid event, we would encourage you to offer a MI Members discount.
The Conflict Rollercoaster (Morning Session). Hosted by Ken Speakman. Discussing on interpersonal conflict and how mediation assists in resolving.
Duration approximately 20 minutes, with Q&A for the balance of the hour.
The Conflict Rollercoaster (Morning Session). Hosted by Ken Speakman. Discussing on interpersonal conflict and how mediation assists in resolving.
Duration approximately 20 minutes, with Q&A for the balance of the hour.
Eventbrite Registration Link - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/accessible-communication-for-professionals-tickets-309107517907 or you can RSVP on the Mi Network for Mediators. https://network.mediationinstitute.edu.au Are your written communications and websites meeting the needs of the 18% of Australians …
Mediation and the Value of Human Agency. Presented by Professor Baruch Bush. Tuesday 3 May 2022. Students and practitioners of transformative mediation often underemphasise the importance of client ‘empowerment’ – the opportunity for clients to recapture the sense of agency that conflict has compromised.
Indigenous Conference Services - ICS Australia a 3-for-2 registration. 9-11 May 2022.
FDR Tutorials - topics vary so check the event listing for the weekly topic.
Adverse Childhood Experiences: an In-Depth Look. Thursday May 12 Presenters: Hon Diana Bryant AO,QC, Dr. Kath Orr, and Dr. Jenni Neoh. An introduction to the series and the 3 categories of Abuse; Emotional, Physical, and Sexual
This webinar will provide you with information on what is Family Group Conferencing (FGC) and how to become an FGC Practitioner. How to Register Free Eventbrite Registration - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/334072027427 About …
What is FGC and how can I become a FGC Practitioner? Read More »
This meeting is an opportunity for FDR Supervisors Meeting is an opportunity for FDR Supervisors to meet and discuss forming a community of practice.
Assessing functional capacity to work for psychological injuries.Professional development webinar to enhance how you support those who experience psychological injury continue to participate in "good work" that supports their mental health and wellbeing.The panel consists of Dr Dielle Felman (Psychiatrist), Dr Steven Kaye (GP)& Suzanne Gibson (Clinical psychologist). Thursday 19 May 2022
Promoting Social Connectedness to support men's mental health. Presenters: Brendan Quinn, Ian Zajac, Peter Torenbeek. Facilitated by Sean Martin. Wednesday 25 May 2022. Being socially connected is important for maintaining our mental health and wellbeing. A recent report from Ten to Men: the Australian Longitudinal Study on Male Health showed that men who were unemployed, single and/or living alone had lower levels of social support and less rewarding relationships.
National Reconciliation Week 2022 like every year is on between the 27th May and the 3rd June providing a focused opportunity to work towards reconciliation in Australia. Find out how you can get involved in reconciliation.
What about the Grandparents? May 30 2022. Presented by Gabrielle Passlow and Ben O'Rouke. Interventions and outcome for grandparents when families separate and recognising elder abuse in the family dynamic.
Mi Mediator Network Meeting. Thursday June 2nd. Hosted by Joanne Law. In this session we'll take you on a brief tour of the Mi Mediator Network and clarify the difference between Network membership and Mediation Institute Membership. We'll make sure there is plenty of time and depending on numbers attending use break out rooms in the zoom meeting to facilitate networking, discussion and collaboration.
Mediation Institute Annual Report 2022 gives an overview of Mi activities in 2022.
Update on Mediation Institute membership for this month and looking forward to next month.
Information about how to re-start your NMAS Mediator Accreditation.
Indigenous Business Australia has business loans available to assist indigenous businesses to get going with amounts you can borrow between $10,000 and $5,000,000.
Mediation Institute Director Joanne Law was invited to join the Mediator Standards Board in November 2022
Mediation Institute are a state finalist in the 2023 Telstra Best of Business Awards in the Accelerating Women Category.
Jessica Tinetti NMAS Mediator and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Jessica Tinetti is a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and NMAS Mediator located in Warrnambool, Victoria More about Jessica Tinetti Jessica
Ambika Zutshi NMAS Mediator Ambika Zutshi is a NMAS Mediator located in Hawthorn, Victoria. More about Ambika Zutshi Ambika Zutshi is a NMAS Mediator and located in Melbourne, Victoria. She
Suyheang Kry NMAS Mediator Suyheang Kry is a NMAS Mediator located in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. More about Suyheang Kry Suyheang KRY is a dispute resolution professional with background as
Anna Hanson NMAS Mediator and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Anna Hanson is a NMAS Mediator and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner located in Sydney, New South Wales. More about Anna Hanson
Brian Williams NMAS Mediator and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Brian Williams is a NMAS Mediator and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner located in Chadstone, Victoria. More about Brian Williams Dr Brian
Louise O’Sullivan is a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner located in Newton, New South Wales.
Adnan Kammoun is a NMAS Mediator and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner located in Georges Hall, New South Wales.
Eve Clare is NMAS Mediator, Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and a Family Group Conference located in Burleigh Heads, Queensland.
Isabelle Truong Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Isabelle Truong is an accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner from Darling Point, NSW More about Isabelle Truong Isabelle Truong is a Psychotherapist in private
Temara Willis is a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and NMAS Mediator located in Adelaide, South Australia.
Kerry Puas is a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner located in Hawker, Australian Capital Territory.
Shona Kennedy is a Family Group Conference Facilitator located in Kelso, New South Wales.
Natasha Walford is a Family Group Conference Facilitator located in Toronto, New South Wales.
Monique Rootes is a Family Group Facilitator located in Dubbo, New South Wales.
Darlene Olsen Put Member type in here, eg. NMAS Mediator and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Darlene Olsen is a Family Group Conference Facilitator and Family Dispute Resolution practitioner based in
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