Welcome to the Mediator Musings Podcast, where we delve into the art and science of conflict resolution.
Join us as we explore the theory and practice of professional dispute resolution. We use real-life mediation experience, interview mediators, and share practical tips to help you navigate your role as dispute resolution professionals confidence and compassion.
Whether you’re a seasoned mediator, learning or just starting out, our podcast offers valuable insights and engaging discussions to enhance your understanding of mediation.
Tune in and discover how you can be part of the process of turning conflicts into opportunities for growth and understanding.
Produced by Joanne Law, Director Mediation Institute www.mediationinstitute.edu.au (https://www.mediationinstitute.edu.au)
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20 Mediator Musings - Jill Goldson and Cheryl Lacey. Children, Schools and Family Law
Managing Family Law and Child Welfare in Schools: Expert Insights with Jill Goldson and Cheryl Lacey
In this episode of Mediator Musings, hosted by Joanne Law, two esteemed experts, Jill Goldson and Cheryl Lacey, discuss the crucial intersection of family law, children, and educational institutions.
Jill Goldson, a director at FMC, researcher, author, and passionate advocate for keeping families out of court, joins with Cheryl Lacey, an education advisor and author, to delve into the impact family separations and disputes have on children and schools.
They explore the roles educators play, the importance of maintaining boundaries, and ways to support children through challenging circumstances without involving schools unnecessarily. Key points include the effects of adversarial legal processes, the distinction between children and students, and the importance of appropriate training for educators to handle sensitive family issues respectfully and effectively.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions
01:04 Why Discuss Family Law and Schools?
01:34 The Intersection of Family Law and Education
02:33 Advocating for Keeping Families Out of Court
07:15 Child Participation in Family Law
11:10 Challenges Faced by Schools and Educators
19:57 Training and Support for Educators
29:15 The Role of Schools in Family Disputes
38:54 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
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20 Apr 2025
29 Dr Jakie King - Design Thinking
In this episode of Mediator Musings, host Joanne Law, Director of Mediation Institute speaks with Dr. Jackie King, a former lawyer and academic with a profound interest in conflict resolution, mediation, and the concept of 'otherness.'
Dr. King shares her journey from law to academia, her advocacy work for refugees, and her use of design thinking in mediation. They delve into the principles of design thinking, its application to conflict resolution, and social cohesion. The conversation also highlights Dr. King's book, "The Ultimate Other," emphasizing empathy, personal growth, and societal unity. Listeners can learn more about Dr. King's work through her website. Dr Jackie King (https://www.drjackieking.com.au/)
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23 Mar 2025
Facilitative Mediation_ Process, Skills, and Strategies - AI
This episode is an experimental use of AI and based on transcripts and tools from Mediation Institute mediator training guidance for the new AMDRAS Certificate of Training course in Mediation.
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