Tuesday 27 January 4pm – 5pm
For Local Family Justice Board Members
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A webinar covering the benefits of mediation for families, the principles of mediation, case examples of how and when mediation can help, and practical information about referring to mediation.
A 40 minute presentation explaining what mediation is, how it works and how families can access this, with examples of the impact this has had for families provided by an FMC accredited mediator. Q&A to follow.
This session will help you to understand:
- What family mediation is and who it is for
- The benefits of family mediation
- How the mediation process works, including MIAM and assessment for domestic abuse
- How a mediator will help participants explore options for resolving disputes
- How and why the voice of the child should be heard in mediation
- The importance of choosing a mediator on the FMC register, and how to do so
- Funding options: legal aid and the voucher scheme
| Your speakers | |
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Jan Coulton is an FMCA mediator, PPC and director of the Family Mediation Council. |
| Helen Anthony is the CEO of the FMC | |
