Family Mediation Canada is hosting an upcoming webinar on child-inclusive mediation. Child-inclusive mediation is an important and increasingly used practice in family dispute resolution. This session will examine why child-inclusive mediation should be used in ADR practice and explore the opportunities and challenges associated with this approach. Drawing on recent Canadian research funded by the Law Foundation of Ontario – including a national survey of mediators and a Peel Region pilot involving the Office of the Children’s Lawyer and Peel Family Mediation Services – the presenters will examine what the findings suggest for practice and where further training and guidance may be needed.

Presenters

Dr. Rachel Birnbaum, PhD, RSW, LL.M
Adjunct Research Professor, King’s University College at Western University
A nationally recognized researcher with over 30 years of clinical experience working with children and families in high-conflict disputes.

Nicholas Bala, BA, JD, LL.M
Faculty of Law, Queen’s University
A leading Canadian expert on legal issues affecting children, youth, and families in the justice system.

Event Details

Time: 11 a.m. MST
Cost: None