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The International Mediation Institute
A non-profit initiative driving transparency and standards in mediation, worldwide.
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Become an IMI-Certified Mediator
Learn about the process, and find a Qualifying Assessment Program near you.
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What is Mediation?
Learn more about dispute resolution and how to choose the right mediator in our Resources section.
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Learn about the Young Mediators' Initiative
New to mediation? Find out how IMI can support you in your journey.
Welcome to the International Mediation Institute's new website. We appreciate your patience as we continue to improve our services to you.
Investor-State Mediator Training Held in Paris
The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), the Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR), the International Mediation Institute (IMI) and the International Energy Charter jointly organized a 3-day training course for mediators in investor-State disputes. The training took place from May 8 to 10, 2018, at the World Bank Conference Centre in Paris,Continue reading →
Mixed Mode Task Force Seeks Feedback
Based on initial feedback from the Global Pound Conference, a Mixed Modes Task Force (the “Taskforce”) was set up by the College of Commercial Arbitrators (CCA), the International Mediation Institute (IMI) and the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, Pepperdine School of Law to examine possible new ways of combining mediation with arbitration. (More information). One ofContinue reading →
Laura Skillen joins IMI as Director of External Relations
Laura Skillen has joined IMI in the new role of Director of External Relations effective March 1, 2018. Laura has been working with IMI for the past year initially in a limited capacity for the Global Pound Conference and then as the lead rebuilding the underlying infrastructure and websites for both the GPC and IMI. Continue reading →
UNCITRAL’s Working Group II Concludes Work on Instrument for Enforcement of Mediation Settlements
UNCITRAL’s Working Group II concluded work on instruments to enforce cross border mediation settlements at its meeting on February 5-9, 2018 with a draft Convention and Model Law. The documents will be considered for finalization at its meeting in June 2018 in New York City when UNCITRAL will also be celebrating the 60th Anniversary ofContinue reading →
IMI Investor-State Mediation Taskforce Publishes Note On Use Of Mediation As Component Of ISDS
The Note advocates the further use of mediation as a component of any reformed multilateral investor-state dispute settlement (“ISDS”) system, and sets out key considerations attendant to establishing an adequate framework for the amicable resolution of investment disputes involving investors and governments within the single market (the “Framework”). It responds to the Public Consultation onContinue reading →
Irena Vanenkova leaves IMI
Irena Vanenkova, who served IMI selflessly since 2007, stepped down from her role as Executive Director on January 12, 2018. Irena tirelessly worked to promote IMI and its Vision and Mission. Many in the international dispute resolution and management community consider her a cherished friend. She was a vigorous advocate for IMI at conferences andContinue reading →
IMI Board Member, James South, Becomes CEDR Managing Director
Press releases 28 November 2017 James South becomes Managing Director of the Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution CEDR (Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution) announces that James South has become its Managing Director. James, a mediator and lawyer, Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand, has been CEDR’s Director of Training since 2004.Continue reading →
EC Consultation – Ends November 30, 2017
EC consultation on the prevention and amicable resolution of disputes between investors and public authorities within the single market – deadline extended to 30 November 2017 Following the Capital Markets Union Mid-term Review of June 2017, the Commission launched at the beginning of August an open consultation to investigate whether an EU framework might be neededContinue reading →
2018 CPR International Mediation Competition
The 2018 CPR International Mediation Competition will take place in São Paulo, Brazil on April 17 & 18, 2018. It is the second year for this competition which is the only international mediation competition to take place in Latin America. The competition is a very important tool to promote mediation with the younger generations and to train them in mediation.Continue reading →
IMI: Looking Forward to the Next 10 Years
IMI was formed in 2007 and over the past 10 years the organisation has developed a unique and important leadership role in amicable dispute resolution on a global level. IMI’s achievements have been many, and key among them: (a) bringing a sharp focus on mediation quality, skills and competency transparency; (b) developing mediation ethics andContinue reading →
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IMI Day Brazil
May 21 @ 18:30 - 21:00 -
Women Leadership and Negotiation Summer Academy
August 6 @ 08:00 - August 10 @ 17:00 -
Mediation Symposium
September 12 @ 08:30 - 20:30
Welcome to the new International Mediation Institute website. As we celebrate our 10th Anniversary, we are as committed as ever to the organization’s Mission to promote global standards for the resolution of disputes and access to justice. As you navigate this new website, we hope it will be easier to find the resources and tools you have so depended on in the past. In the next few months, we will be expanding the website to include the many benefits that we realized through the Global Pound Conference. Thank you to our supporters and to you, our IMI Community.
DISPUTE ANALYSIS TOOL
Olé is an online tool allowing clients and law firms to evaluate options for resolving conflicts.
DECISION TREE
Use the Decision Tree for objective and impartial guidance on setting up a mediation.
FIND A QAP
Find your nearest IMI Qualifying Assessment Program to become IMI-Certified.
