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Join the staff at the Center for Dispute Settlement (CDS) for a virtual presentation about becoming a mediator. This session is appropriate for anyone interested in beginning their mediation journey, enhancing their mediation skills, or seeking personal or professional development.

 

 

CDS December 2024 newsletter

We are honored to recognize Cili Phillips as our Volunteer of the Month! Cili is a conflict coach, mentor, trainer, and AmeriCorps member with the Monroe County Office. Cili specializes in divorce and special education mediation.

CDS November 2024 newsletter

With election week upon us, I want to acknowledge that anxiety levels are high, and to remind us to take care of ourselves. Remember to take frequent breaks to breathe, walk, or stretch.

Here is a short meditation prompt for your week: 

Breathe in courage
Breathe out fear
(Repeat as needed)

A photo of the WXXI show Connections with Evan Dawson
The CDS staff share their thoughts on WXXI's radio show Connections with Evan Dawson

The Center's Shira May, Ph.D., president and CEO and Kim Reisch, director of Ontario/Yates Counties, appeared and shared their thoughts on the WXXI Connections with Evan Dawson.