Mediation Training and Workshops
Are you interested in becoming a mediator or volunteering with East County Resolutions? Want to learn new skills that can help you improve your community?
“I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible Conflict Management training. The time and effort you invested truly made it exceptional. The interactive format, with role-playing and group activities, was engaging and impactful. Having cameras on throughout allowed me to observe body language, which added so much value to the experience.
In all my years of employment, this was, without a doubt, the best training I’ve ever attended. Thank you for your dedication and for making this such a memorable and effective session!” -Audrey, Local Government Employee
Navigate Conflict with Confidence!
- Join us March 11–13, 2026 for an immersive 15-hour training designed to build practical skills in communication, listening, and conflict resolution. Led by experienced instructors, this interactive training blends proven theory with hands-on techniques you can use immediately. Gain powerful tools to navigate interpersonal conflict in the workplace, at home, and in your community.
- This training is entirely remote! You can take it from the comfort of your home or office.
Conflict Management Training March 2026
CM Application Now Available!
“I’ve already had several opportunities to use the skills I practiced in your 3-day Conflict Management Training, and they have been invaluable. Thank you!” – June 2025 County Employee
“Thank you, Tera and Sandra. This was a great and life changing experience. I will truly never forget this time.” March 2025 Trainee
Become a Mediator!
- You can be the change your want to see in your community and it starts with a Basic Mediation Training (BMT).
- You can volunteer with ECR and put your new skills to practice, helping people in your community work through challenging situations.
- Gain practical skills that will help you in all facets of life, from the workplace to home. Many have taken the BMT with no intention of mediating, they find deep value in the skills and knowledge to better navigate conflict in their lives.
“This too can be fun to learn and be a skill that I can truly apply. I would like you to know your work and passion will not be taking for granted. Listening is a must.”
“Your class was incredibly meaningful to so many aspects of my life.”
“Your class was incredibly meaningful to so many aspects of my life.”
Bring Peacebuilding Skills to Your Team!
East County Resolutions offers custom de-escalation and conflict resolution workshops for small or large groups, corporate retreats, and team-building sessions. Our trainings are budget-friendly, highly interactive, and flexible—offered in person or virtually. Participants consistently describe them as “very valuable” and “incredibly meaningful.”
As one trainee shared:
“I wanted to say how much I appreciate the training… I’ve found myself practicing the skills with my co-workers and family where it is already making a difference.”
Book your workshop today and give your team the tools to communicate, collaborate, and thrive.
Spring 2026 Basic Mediation Training Dates Have Been Set!
Basic Mediation Training 2026
Learn mediation skills to resolve conflict
The 49-hour training includes skill development in communication, listening and conflict resolution. Experienced instructors offer theory and techniques in an interactive learning environment.
Attendees will learn how to mediate a conflict between people to help them reach a resolution and gain valuable skills that can be applied in all facets of life.
You can download the application above or email info@ecrmediate.org for more information.
Application Deadline: Feb. 27th, 2026
(late applications may be accepted)
BMT Application Now Available!
Where:
To be held entirely virtual by zoom
When: (Tuesday and Wednesday evenings and Fridays and Mondays)
Apr. 22& 23, 2026 | 9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Apr. 24, 2026 | 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Apr. 28 & 29, 2026 | 5 p.m.- 8 p.m.
May 1 & 4, 2026 | 9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
May 5 & 6, 2026 | 5 p.m.- 8 p.m.
May 8 & 11, 2026 | 9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Cost options:
1) $795 – general public
2) $500 – Community leaders in east Multnomah County pay a reduced fee.
3) $95 – Up to two individuals who are willing to volunteer at East County Resolutions for two hours each week for one year will pay a reduced fee to cover materials. Full scholarships are available for those with hardships.
You must take the entire training to be trained as a mediator. There are NO make-ups.
To Apply: Email Info@ECRMediate.org or call 971-498-4996. Applicants will be chosen based on interest and willingness to learn – no prior experience is needed.
Mediation Workshops
East County Resolutions offers workshops and trainings open to the public. These can also be customized to fit the needs of your group or organization. Contact us if you’d like to explore what conflict resolution trainings we can offer.
Topics include:
- Navigating Conflict
- Styles of Conflict Resolution
- Talking Politics and Religion with Family and Friends
- Negotiation for win-win solutions
- 3-day Conflict Management Training understanding theory and practical applications
- And many more!