"The mediation was so important for everyone. The outcome was far better
than we could have ever imagined ... The mediators' presence there gave
us the feeling that 'we can do this.' "
| - Father estranged from his son for many years. | |
| Since 1979, CDSC has been providing affordable mediation services to the community and to the courts. |
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"My experience with mediation was very positive. The mediators were helpful and helped me and my ex-husband reach a fair settlement. It was much better than adversarial combat through the courts."
| - Wife (married for 20 years) in divorce case | |
| Mediation is a helpful resource for traditional and non-traditional couples who are in the process of separation or divorce. |
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"I feel like you created a powerful learning community and that you've been very intentional about establishing that."
| - Mediation training participant | |
| Are you interested in incorporating new skills into your current work or making a shift in your professional role? |
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"It's a great class that I would recommend to anyone interested. I learned skills that I'll apply immediately."
| - Workshop participant | |
| CDSC offers interactive, skill-based workshops to deal with conflict more effectively in your organization, group or workplace. |
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"CDSC's training got me to think about how to ... work through my own conflicts and the importance of knowing when to let go."
| - High school student | |
| CDSC targets groups of at-risk youth by helping teens and youth leaders deal with conflict constructively. |
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Mediation Services
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Learn what mediation is and why it works. Find out exactly what to expect from the mediation process.
Training Services
CDSC offers a variety of mediation trainings and conflict management workshops.
 | View upcoming training programs for new and experienced mediators as well as organizations and groups. |
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NEXT BASIC MEDIATION TRAINING WILL BEGIN Fall 2013!
Get hands-on skills development in CDSC's 33-hour training in basic mediation skills. Learn More!
NEXT DIVORCE MEDIATION TRAINING WILL BEGIN Spring 2014!
This 24-hour course is designed for mediators who are interested in the practice of divorce mediation.
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Gala 2012!
Thank you to all of our friends and supporters for making the Gala a huge success!
The Mimi Grosser Volunteer Fund
Call for Nominations:
Submit Here!
Those of us who know Mimi know she's reluctant to find herself in the spotlight-but here she is. After 25 years of volunteer service to CDSC... click here to read more