All About Mediation: The Art of Supported Conversation

Tohickon Creek State Park

Learn the foundations of mediation - supported conversation for conflict. Discover key support practices and the emotional effects of conflict. Practice using one of the tools of mediation. Leave with pointers on engaging more effectively in difficult conversations and a first taste of how mediation can make a difference.

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We all face conflicts that challenge us. Ever wonder what happens when you ask for help through mediation? What does a mediated conversation look like? How might you use some of those tools in everyday life?

Learn what effective mediation is and a practical tool to handle tough conversations with confidence.

Get introduced to

—a key mediation support strategy

—the emotional dynamics behind conflict

—how one mediation technique can help you communicate, de-escalate tension, and find a pathway to understanding and agreement.

You’ll leave with a better sense of how mediation could work in your workplace or personal life.

DATE: Wednesday, March 25, 2026

TIME: 7pm-8:30pm

WHERE: Zoom

8:30-8:45pm Bonus Session: Info and Q&A for prospective volunteer mediators.

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