There are a variety of avtivities planned. Some are listed below. See if there is an idea here you can use. Also, we'd like to post your activity so that others can see if it works for them. We're working on setting up a "click here to submit your information" link, but it's not ready yet, so please e-mail us at omediate@teleport.com to tell us about your event or to ask questions. Also, see ACR’s Conflict Resolution Day page: http://www.acrnet.org/crday/ideas.htm
Won't you join us and many other CR partners in celebrating this year?
October 18, 2005, 5:30pm
A New Kind of Fair E tail- A Conflict Resolution Workshop
Fairy tales have been around since the turn of the 17th century..., which translates into a long, long, long time ago. But for as long as they have been around, they haven't changed too much. In fact the Disney versions we all read or watch as children (and adults) are almost exactly like the first versions of the story. And while they are entertaining, they are also embedded with the stereotypes, prejudices and oppressive behavior we have been working to end since...well probably the 17th century. Happily, today we have an opportunity to confront these judgmental attitudes and story plots through this conflict resolution workshop. Youth and adults welcome to attend. Presenter: Nickole Cheron,MA
Where: Clackamas County Family Court Services, 2051 Kaen Road, OregonCity, 2nd Floor
October 20th, 4:00 - OMA's October Salon at Portland City Hall
Announcment of Shannon Stewart Scholarship to 2005 OMA Conference
East Metro Mediation will be conducting two public workshops at local libraries
“I’m Mad, I’m Sad, I’m Glad” is an opportunity for children to explore their emotions, which are key to peaceful conflict resolution. Children aged three to seven are invited for storytelling and mask making to learn about expressing emotions in a healthy and positive way.
Free. Thursday, October 20, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Fairview-Columbia Library, 1520 NE Village Street, Fairview
Pre-register at mediate@ci.gresham.or.us or 503-618-3247.
“Conflict Styles and Conflict Resolution” teaches adults the five styles of handling conflict, and when each style works best. East Metro Mediation instructors will help you identify your natural style, and introduce you to other styles.
Free. Thursday, October 20, 5:00-5:45 p.m. Gresham Library, 385 NW Miller Avenue, Gresham.Pre-register at mediate@ci.gresham.or.us or 503-618-3247.
Activities for Mediation Month in November
Gresham, Fairview and Oregon have proclaimed November as Mediation Month for the past several years. In 2005 East Metro Mediation is celebrating the month with several free activities, so you can celebrate too! The Museum of Conflict Resolution will be at the Gresham Post Office (103 W. Powell) during the month. This traveling exhibit presents several community disputes and their unique resolutions, all from mediation programs in Oregon. Don’t miss this exhibit! “The Communication of Parent-Teen Negotiation” is a workshop for parents of teens to explore the art of negotiating with teens. Through several hands-on activities parents will work with writing contracts, setting limits, and enforcing consequences more effectively. Teens are welcome to attend with their parent(s). Free. Gresham City Hall, Springwater Trail Rom, Tuesday, November 1st, 6:30-8:30 p.m.Space is limited to 20. Pre-register at 503-618-3247 or email mediate@ci.gresham.or.us.
”Drawing Out Conflict” is workshop where adults explore conflict by actually using crayons, drawing with the freedom of a five-year-old. Through several drawing activities, participants will learn about conflict, learn some skills for handling conflict, and get new insights. *No artistic ability allowed! Free. Gresham City Hall, Springwater Trail Rom, Tuesday, November 15th, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Space is limited to 24. Pre-register at 503-618-3247 or email mediate@ci.gresham.or.usSynopsis of first annual Southwest Washington Conflict Resolution Month.
Our Southwest Washington event was part of the international Association for Conflict Resolution (ACR) Conflict Resolution Day 2005. Through efforts such as ours, Conflict Resolution Day was celebrated in 22 states and 3 countries. Seven states received gubernatorial proclamations and there were many city and county proclamations as well!
We were able to raise awareness and provide skill-building at a series of workshops and eventsand publish our area’s first-ever resource guidewith the assistanceof 19sponsors, 9 event partners, 30 volunteers and 6staff. This celebrationwas the catalyst for reaching out and networking with groups such as Innovative Services NW, the YWCA, the hospital, the library, the Interfaith Association, the OPEIU union, the local bar association and several independent businesses. Community Mediation Servicesheld 5 workshops, presented by11volunteerswith the assistance of 9 coaches & hosts, attended by 130 citizensand taped for viewing on local cable television. We created and gave away hundreds of “Steps to Problem Solving” refrigerator magnets. The Mayor of Vancouver and Clark County Board of Commissioners issued proclamations. The library held an event and Conversation Café dialogue on making democracy work, and since then, 3 State Representatives have asked to host another Conversation Cafédialogue before theirnext town hallmeeting. The Interfaith Association hosted a Conflict Resolution Day multi-faith, multicultural potluck and dialogue attended by over 150 people and is now organizingcross-faith dialogues in individual homes duringthe winter months. Southwest Washington’s premiereConflict Resolution Resource Guide was published and 3500 copies are being distributed to key Clark and Skamania County public venues including neighborhood associations, courts, law enforcement offices, libraries, schools and churches. This resource guide includedarticles and tips on peaceful means of resolving conflict, a directory of practitioners, and a calendar of conflict resolution events. Severalmediators launched businesses due to the abilityto publicize for the first time to a wide audiencein our area. A PDF version of the guide is available on the CMS website, http://www.cityofvancouver.us/mediation/conflictresolutionmonth.htm.
Ideas
- Provide a declaration or letter of support from your organization
- Ask libraries to display conflict resolution books on October 20th
- Create a conflict resolution (or mediation) pledge and get signatures from public figures and the public
- Get a Mayoral or Gubernatorial Proclamation
- Get a Court Resolution or Legislative Resolution
- Post information about Conflict Resolution Day on your (organization’s) website
- Link your (locality’s, organization’s) annual conflict resolution event to Conflict Resolution Day (http://www.ACRnet.org/crday), or engage in cross-promotion (let ACR know when your event is—send an email to acr@ACRnet.org— and we’ll publicize it; let your network know about Conflict Resolution Day)
- Publish information about Conflict Resolution Day in your (organization’s) newsletter, magazine, listserv
- Create conflict resolution promotional material and distribute it to the public on Conflict Resolution Day
- Propose story ideas to print and broadcast media
- Hold a press conference
- Set up an informational display for visitors
- Host a Mock Mediation for the public, policymakers, elected officials, community leaders/organizations, or school personnel
- Make a presentation regarding conflict resolution that is open to judges, attorneys, court personnel, school personnel and/or the public, possibly in collaboration with other conflict resolution organizations
- Hold an informational meeting for those interested in learning more about conflict resolution, as potential consumers or practitioners
- Hold a promotional event such as a luncheon, reception, or other gathering
- Organize educational meetings with local, state or federal elected officials
- Hold a conflict resolution workshop at a local college or university
- Hold a “brown bag” professional development talk on a campus or for professionals in your community
- Hold an educational event for students, or make a presentation in a classroom or school
- Organize a student art contest or essay contest on a conflict resolution topic
- Organize a speaker’s bureau for presentations at business, community, or professional/trade association meetings
- Recognize conflict resolution leaders and or volunteers in your community.
- Hold a one-day conference
- Hold an ACR Chapter meeting
- Sponsor a day of cooperative games for peer mediators and the public
- Produce and distribute information on how to establish peer mediation programs
- Send out conflict resolution information packet to magistrates and other court personnel, including an overview of Conflict Resolution Day and other information
- Produce t-shirts, mugs or other items supporting conflict resolution
- Create a “peace quilt”
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