Mediation Services

What is Mediation?

Mediation is a confidential process in which an impartial third person (a mediator) helps disputing individuals (the parties) discuss, negotiate and explore options for settling conflicts. The mediator has no power to make any decisions, and settlement is reached only if each party agrees to it. Therefore, even if the process is required by a court or another authority, reaching any decision through the
process remains voluntary.

Mediation Services:

Mediators at the Brattleboro Community Justice Center
are trained to help people:

• identify what needs to be fixed
• explore the various possible solutions
• evaluate the choices available
• choose an outcome that satisfies both parties
• make sure the meeting is safe and orderly
• be heard and have a chance to speak

Below are the kinds of conflicts we can help with:

• Landlord-tenant
• Co-workers
• Police complaints
• Family
• Elder-care,
• Neighbor-to-neighbor

And More!

In addition, our staff can assist groups in engaging in public dialogue and group problem-solving.

These services are free to the community

If you need further information about this program
call us at 802-257-8611