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Ombuds Forum Series

Ombuds Forum Series

Join Mediate.com in an online forum offering a unique platform for in-depth discussions on conflict resolution, mediation, and the evolving role of ombuds in various sectors. This collaborative initiative aims to foster a dynamic exchange of ideas, best practices, and insights within the ombuds community, providing a valuable resource for professionals seeking to enhance their skills and stay abreast of the latest developments.

UPCOMING:

In this session, we will look at what the data is showing us for reported concerns. What are the most common IOA categories being reported, and how is this changing?

Are we seeing trends around gender, mental health, COVID, work-life balance? 

Let’s address these issues with fellow ombuds, and discuss how we can best address and prevent these issues. 

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Previous Events:

APRIL 25, 2024: OMBUDS AND INTAKE

In the recently concluded Ombuds and Intake Forum, participants engaged in a discussion on various facets of intake forms. Delving into specific formats, timing of delivery, and consideration of diverse demographics.

Recording here: https://vimeo.com/939655042?share=copy

Survey results, additional suggested questions and sample text for intake forms here: https://mediate.com/ombuds-and-intake/


MARCH 1, 2024: NAVIGATING THE INTERSECTION OF AI AND OMBUDS

In this thought-provoking discussion, ODR expert Colin Rule delves into the dynamic relationship between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Ombuds, exploring the potential synergies and challenges that arise at their intersection.

The conversation begins by examining the evolving landscape of dispute resolution and how AI technologies are reshaping traditional methods. Colin Rule, a trailblazer in the field of online dispute resolution, brings his wealth of experience to the forefront, shedding light on the transformative power of AI in streamlining conflict resolution processes.

Recording here: https://mediate.com/ombuds-and-ai-discussion/

Slides here: Ombuds and AI and AI Background


FEBRUARY 5, 2024: OMBUDS REPORTING

What Reports Should you capture for your ombuds office and data pitfalls to avoid 9 key performance indicators, data analytics – when to ask demographic questions, how to make sure the data is obfuscated).

Bruce MacAllister with other panelist take a look at 10 suggested reports with IOA categories, how to capture the data, and how to create them.

Recording here: https://vimeo.com/mediatecom/ombudsreports?share=copy


JANUARY 9, 2024: OUTSOURCED OMBUDS

Geetha Ravindra discusses the benefits of the outsourced Ombuds model, considerations in developing an outsourced Ombuds program, and best practices to ensure that visitors and organizations receive the highest quality services in an outsourced model.

Recording here: https://vimeo.com/mediatecom/outsourcedombuds?share=copy

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Clare Fowler

Clare Fowler is Executive Vice-President and Managing Editor at Mediate.com, as well as a mediator and trainer. Clare received her Master's of Dispute Resolution from the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at the Pepperdine University School of Law and her Doctorate in Organizational Leadership, focused on reducing workplace conflicts, from Pepperdine… MORE >

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Colin Rule

Colin Rule is CEO of Resourceful Internet Solutions, Inc. ("RIS"), home of Mediate.com, MediateUniversity.com, Arbitrate.com, CaseloadManager.com and a number of additional leading online dispute resolution initiatives.  From 2017 to 2020, Colin was Vice President for Online Dispute Resolution at Tyler Technologies. Tyler acquired Modria.com, an ODR provider that Colin co-founded,… MORE >

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