In This Issue: ODR.com Launches Powerful AI-Assisted Family Dispute Resolution Platform • The Role of Ombuds Services in Resolving Organisational Conflict • ICODR Podcast #31: Clare Fowler on the Ethical Ramifications of Using AI in Dispute Resolution. • Conflict Tipping Podcast #39: The New Empire of AI with Dr Rachel Adams • The Benefits of Mediating Managers • A 15-Point Guide to Surviving Authoritarianism • Mediation in the News • Job Postings • Events Calendar • Blogs
ODR.com Launches Powerful AI-Assisted Family Dispute Resolution Platform(with AI Podcast) By Colin Rule
ODR.com has launched a new AI-powered platform for online family dispute resolution. This platform, built upon a successful Australian model, helps couples resolve divorce and separation issues online, including parenting plans and asset division. The system streamlines the process, offering a user-friendly, cost-effective, and mobile-optimized experience. It integrates with court systems and provides tools to support mediators. The technology aims to modernize family courts, reduce backlogs, and improve user satisfaction by leveraging AI to suggest fair solutions.
The Role of Ombuds Services in Resolving Organisational Conflict (Podcast) By James South
CEDR’s Chief Executive, James South, alongside four experts explore the essential elements of Ombuds services and the crucial role mediation skills play in resolving conflicts within the workplace. Featuring Dr Youssoupha Niang, Judit Revesz, James Claxton, and Estelle Ghyselinck.=
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Conflict Tipping Podcast #39: The New Empire of AI with Dr Rachel Adams with Laura May
In this episode of the Conflict Tipping podcast, host Laura May welcomes Dr Rachel Adams, founder and CEO of the Global Center on AI Governance and author of The New Empire of AI: The Future of Global Inequality. Rachel’s book explores how AI is reshaping global inequalities and examines its historical ties to colonialism. Together, Laura and Rachel explore the complexities of AI governance, the AI divide, and the ethical challenges facing emerging technologies.
A Light-Hearted Guide for the Heavy-Hearted Employee (video and AI Podcast) with Debra Dupree and Clare Fowler
This audio podcast is from the YouTube video entitled “A Light-Hearted Guide for the Heavy-Hearted Employee” featuring an interview between Dr. Debra Dupree and Dr. Clare Fowler who discuss strategies for navigating workplace conflict.
The Benefits of Mediating Managers By Jharna Jagtiani
In today’s dynamic and interconnected workplaces across the Indian subcontinent, conflicts are inevitable. Whether arising from cultural differences, communication barriers, or differing priorities, these conflicts can disrupt productivity, erode trust, and strain relationships. However, amidst these challenges, mediation emerges as a powerful approach that not only resolves disputes but also fosters collaboration and strengthens teams.
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A 15-Point Guide to Surviving Authoritarianism (now with AI Podcast) By Donald Saposnek
The provided source, “Increasingly a Necessity: A 15-Point Guide to Surviving Authoritarianism,” offers a guide to recognizing and resisting authoritarian tendencies in a society. The authors, Kali Holloway and Martin Mycielski, draw upon Mycielski’s experience in Poland, where the rise of authoritarianism has been observed firsthand, to provide a warning about the tactics and methods of such regimes.
The Power of Co-Mediation: Harnessing Collaborative Approaches for Effective Conflict Resolution
By Jharna Jagtiani
In a world where conflicts are inevitable, finding effective ways to resolve disputes is more important than ever. Enter co-mediation—a collaborative approach that brings together two or more mediators to facilitate the resolution process. This collaborative approach not only enhances the mediation experience but also offers unique advantages, especially when dealing with complex disputes.
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