YOU CAN PREVENT IT!! YOU CAN RESOLVE IT !!
YCM is India's first organisation building life skills for dispute prevention to dispute resolution for youth and people who deal with youth.
YCM collectivizes youth, young professionals and students to be trained as youth mediators and conflict managers to set up a network of youth - run centres for conflict management and dispute resolution across educational institutions, organisations and beyond.
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Why Law Students Should Learn Mediation: A Conversation with Harshitha J S
In this episode of Candid Conversations with Student Resolvers, we feature Harshitha J S, a fourth-year law student and Student Resolver at YCM.
Drawing from her experience both as a law student and someone actively involved in the mediation ecosystem, Harshitha shares how mediation training can transform the way students approach conflicts—not only in professional settings but also in everyday life.
During the conversation, she explains that mediation training helps students develop foundational conflict resolution skills early in their careers, before they become accustomed to purely adversarial approaches common in litigation. Instead of reacting impulsively, mediation encourages individuals to pause, listen carefully, and focus on understanding the real issue behind a dispute.
Harshitha also reflects on why mediation is becoming increasingly relevant in today’s fast-paced and highly reactive world. With people often responding quickly but understanding slowly, mediation introduces a structured way to separate emotions from issues and encourage meaningful dialogue.
Another key insight she shares is that mediation is not limited to serious legal disputes. Many conflicts begin as small misunderstandings—between friends, roommates, colleagues, or family members—and mediation techniques can help resolve them before they escalate.
Key themes explored in this episode:
• Why mediation training is valuable for law students
• The importance of patience and thoughtful communication in conflict
• How mediation shifts focus from “who is right” to “what is the real issue”
• Applying mediation techniques in everyday personal conflicts
• How mediation skills can strengthen career prospects and professional growth
Harshitha also discusses how mediation training can give students a professional edge—helping them communicate effectively under pressure, understand negotiation dynamics, and stand out in interviews and internships.
This conversation highlights an important idea: learning mediation early helps future lawyers approach disputes with clarity, patience, and a deeper understanding of human conflict.
5 Mar 2026
Patience, Listening, and Solutions: Gaurav Yadav’s Mediation Journey
In this episode of Star Performers of YCM, we feature Gaurav Yadav, a fifth-year law student from NorthCap University in Gurugram.
Gaurav shares how his journey into mediation began when a faculty member introduced him to the IMI Certified Mediation Training conducted by Young Conflict Managers. Curious about learning practical dispute resolution skills beyond the classroom, he decided to join the program and explore mediation as a professional competency.
During the conversation, Gaurav reflects on how the training helped him understand the structured process of mediation, including the importance of following key stages, maintaining neutrality, and guiding parties toward constructive dialogue. He also highlights the supportive learning environment created by the trainers and peers throughout the sessions.
One of the most valuable aspects of the program for him was the co-mediation model, where trainees worked in pairs to facilitate discussions between parties. Through these role-play exercises, he discovered the importance of collaboration, coordination, and shared responsibility in managing a mediation process.
Beyond technical skills, the training also led to personal growth. Gaurav explains how mediation helped him become more patient, a better listener, and more mindful in handling conflicts—skills that extend beyond formal dispute resolution into everyday interactions.
Key themes explored in this episode:
• A law student’s introduction to mediation training
• The value of co-mediation and collaborative facilitation
• How mediation builds patience and active listening skills
• Managing online mediation sessions and team coordination
• Believing that every conflict has a potential solution
Gaurav’s journey reflects the core message of mediation: when conflicts are approached with patience, understanding, and structured dialogue, meaningful solutions become possible.
5 Mar 2026
Mediation in Practice: Adv. Abhiraj Jayant on Communication, Patience, and Conflict Resolution
In this episode of Star Performers of YCM, we feature Adv. Abhiraj Jayant, a practicing advocate at the Delhi High Court and various district courts in Delhi, specializing primarily in Intellectual Property Rights.
Abhiraj shares how his experiences in court—witnessing long waiting hours, growing case backlogs, and the frustration of litigants—motivated him to explore mediation as an alternative path to resolving disputes. Recognizing the increasing pressure on courts and the importance of faster, more collaborative dispute resolution methods, he decided to pursue professional mediation training through Young Conflict Managers.
During the conversation, Abhiraj reflects on his experience in the IMI Certified Mediation Training, particularly appreciating the depth of insights provided by expert trainer Bart Neiboer, whose attention to detail helped trainees refine even the smallest aspects of their mediation approach.
He also discusses the importance of the co-mediation model, explaining how working alongside another mediator during role plays required strong communication, coordination, and emotional awareness—especially when managing team dynamics under pressure.
One of his biggest realizations during the training was understanding that the mediator is not responsible for creating the solution. Instead, the mediator’s role is to guide the parties toward communication so they can arrive at their own resolution.
Key themes explored in this episode:
• Why mediation is becoming increasingly important in India’s legal system
• Lessons from professional mediation training
• The value of co-mediation and collaborative facilitation
• Techniques like identifying best-case and worst-case scenarios in disputes
• Addressing the core issue of conflicts rather than focusing on personalities
Today, Abhiraj continues to apply mediation principles in his legal practice—helping clients rethink litigation strategies and evaluate settlement possibilities through structured dialogue and reflection.
His story highlights how communication, patience, and perspective-shifting can transform the way lawyers approach disputes, both inside and outside the courtroom.
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