“Mediation for Business Success:

Fostering Global Dialogue and Connection”

Register now! 450€ for attendees and 195€ for students under 25 years old!

THE EVENT IS SOLD OUT

September 23 -25, 2024, Thessaloniki, Greece

ADR HELLENIC is excited to announce the organization of the 2nd Mediation Festival, titled “MEDIATION FESTIVAL 2024,” to be held in person in Thessaloniki from September 23rd to 25th.

The festival aims to celebrate peaceful dispute resolution and provide a platform for citizens of all ages to engage with mediators and conflict resolution scholars through a range of events and activities. The Mediation Festival will showcase a diverse program of workshops, conferences, training sessions, music and theater performances, book launches, painting competitions, and other mediation-related events. This unique gathering will foster dialogue, exchange of views, and knowledge sharing among participants, creating an enriching experience for all involved.

We are delighted to announce the release of a song that promotes mediation titled
“A Chance for Understanding” a musical composition that explores the transformative power of mediation. This song aims to harness the power of music to shed light on the importance of mediation in conflict resolution, and we hope that will act as a catalyst for positive change, encouraging everyone to utilize mediation as a transformative tool to promote understanding and peaceful coexistence.

As part of the Mediation Festival, an International Mediation Conference themed “Mediation for Business Success” will take place on September 24th and 25th. It will explore the indispensable role of mediation in enhancing communication, managing conflicts, and driving results within business environments and beyond.

Topics to be addressed include:

• Navigating Personal & Professional Challenges: Utilizing Mediation Skills for Happiness and Business Success
  Dr. Elia Gourgouris

• What Happens When “East” Meets “West”? Navigating Cultural Differences
  Roland Wilson, Orit Asnin, Blazo Nedic , Ethelwald Mendes, Kim Kovach

• Tales from the Mediation Trenches: Pearls of Wisdom Harvested from Past Mediations. Part 1: Yikes! How I Screwed Up My Mediation! Learning from Each Other’s Mistakes
  Ross W. Stoddard, Cezary Rogula, Zachary Calo

• Tales from the Mediation Trenches: Pearls of Wisdom Harvested from Past Mediations. Part 2: When “Mediation Magic” Actually Worked – How I Pulled a Rabbit Out of the Hat!
  Ross W. Stoddard, Michel Kallipetis, Joe Tirado

• Building a Better Future: Preparing the Next Generation for a Better Way to Resolve Disputes
  Eric Galton, Dr Katherine Pavlidis Johnson, Dimitra Mousioli, Dima Alexandrova

• The Magic of Mediation: How to Find, Feed, and Foment It—Transformational Techniques for Resolution, Forgiveness, Reconciliation, and Prevention
  Ken Cloke, Mary McLain, Chiara Tondini, Omer Shapira

• Med→Arb/Arb→Med: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly. Use of Mixed Modes in Business Disputes
  Jennifer Brandt, Anna Plevri, Dr Emad Eddien Hussein

• Discoveries & Innovations in ADR — What Has Changed for Mediators and What to Expect in the Future?
  Jeremy Lack, Evi Avlogiari, Stella Karagiannaki

• The Mediator’s Stage: Stories and Role Play
  Claude Amar, Marie Celante, Adeline Guilhen, Lisa Baker Morgan

• Mediation: A Game Changer for Modern Lawyers?
  Alessandro Bruni, Jeffry Abrams, Michel Kallipetis

• Is Your Business Mediation Friendly? How mediation can best be used to resolve business and commercial disputes.
  Kimberly Schreiber, Andrew Miller, Luke Monahan

• Mediation in Greece: To dream or not to dream?
  Catherine Cotsaki, Efi Giatra

Thirty five (35) renowned global mediators, arbitrators, scholars, and authors specializing in conflict resolution will participate in the conference as speakers, panelists, trainers and moderators.

Download the Speakers Bios here

• Dr. Elia Gourgouris (USA)
• Evi Avlogiari (Greece)
• Ken Cloke (USA)
• Michel Kallipetis (UK)
• Jeremy Lack (Switzerland)
• Dr. Katherine Pavlidis Johnson (Australia)
• Kimberly Schreiber (USA)
• Cezary Rogula (Poland)
• Ethelwald Mendes (India)
• Claude Amar (France)
• Dr. Anna Plevri (Greece)
• Jennifer Brandt (USA)
• Jeff Abrams (USA)
• Zachari Calo (USA & Qatar)
• Adeline Guilhen (France)
• Orit Asnin (Israel)
• Chiara Tondini (Italy)
• Dr. Emad Hussein (UAE)
• Luke Monahan (Ireland)
• Roland Wilson (Korea)
• Mary Mclain (USA)
• Marie Celante (France)
• Dimitra Mousioli (UK)
• Ross W. Stoddard (USA)
• Agnieszka Zemke – Górecka (Poland)
• Sameer Shah (India)
• Blazo Nedic (Serbia)
• Dima Alexandrova (Bulgaria)
• Alessandro Bruni (Italy)
• Lisa Baker Morgan (France)
• Joe Tirado (UK & SPAIN)
• Eric Galton (USA)
• Kimberlee Kovach (USA)
• Andrew Miller KC (UK)
• Omer Shapira (Israel)
• Catherine Cotsaki (Greece)
• Efi Giatra (Greece)

Interventions:

• Vicky Liouta (Greece)
• Pierre Kirch (France and Belgium)

On Monday morning, September 23rd, (10.00 – 15.00) the Mediation Festival will commence with a Pre-Conference Mediation Symposium by invitation (only for speakers). Venue: Domaine Gerovassiliou, Epanomi.

On Monday afternoon, September 23rd (18:30 – 20:30), in a joint program for the participants and spouses, we will continue with the Opening Mediation Festival Ceremony. Venue: Thessaloniki Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Tsimiski 29, Thessaloniki. The Opening Ceremony includes official greetings (Minister of Justice, Thessaloniki Mayor, etc.), Mediation Awards, the presentation of the mediation song “A Chance for Understanding” by the “HARMONY” Choir of Thessaloniki, and a Meet-and-Greet Cocktail. Presentations by the awarded: Michel Kallipetis, Katherine Pavlidis Johnson, and Catherine Cotsaki

On Tuesday, September 24th (09:00 – 18:00), working sessions for participants only will take place on the 1st day of the International Mediation Conference themed “Mediation for Business Success.” Venue: Mediterranean Palace Hotel,  Salaminos 3 & Karatasou, Thessaloniki, Greece, 54626 – Unlock your exclusive reservation rates now! At 20:30, there will be an Optional Dinner (joint program for the participants and spouses).

On Wednesday morning, September 25th, Human Formation of “MEDIATION FESTIVAL”, time: 8:00 AM, location: Promenade of Thessaloniki, in front of The “Umbrellas” the impressive work of art by the famous sculptor Giorgios Zoggolopoulos. Join us as we create a living display of “MEDIATION FESTIVAL” with participants on the pitch. Don’t miss this unique and exciting event! We will continue the 2nd day of the International Conference (09:00 – 12:30) with working sessions for the participants and spouses. Venue: Thessaloniki City Hall, Municipal Council Meeting Room (Vasileos Georgiou Avenue, A1, Thessaloniki). The International Conference will end with a tour of the City Hall building (12:30 – 13:00).

On Wednesday afternoon, September 25th (18:45 – 19:45), there will be a Private Boat Cruise to Thermaikos Gulf (Cruise Bar Kleio – Tiki Boat). Venue: White Tower of Thessaloniki. At 19:45, we will have the Illumination of the archaeological monument “White Tower of Thessaloniki” in pale blue, in honor of the Mediation Festival! The illumination will last until 24:00.

We will end the Mediation Festival at 20:00 with a Private Closing Party with live music (joint program for the participants and spouses). Venue: Bar Oval Bistronomy, opposite of the White Tower, Filikis Etairias 1, Thessaloniki.

Please note that the events of the 3-day Mediation Festival will be filmed. More surprises await!

Download the complete program for the 3-day Mediation Festival here.

Organizing Committee: Evi Avlogiari, Roland Wilson, Jeniffer Brandt, Mary Mclain, Nikos Karagiannakis and Ross W. Stoddard.

Attendees of the conference may include mediators, arbitrators, managers, entrepreneurs, HR professionals, lawyers, judges, and more. This unique gathering will foster dialogue, exchange of views, and knowledge sharing among participants from around the world, creating an enriching experience for all involved.

The Mediation Festival 2024 provides a unique opportunity for meaningful dialogue and collaboration, fostering a culture of understanding and harmony in business and community environments. We aim to contribute to global awareness and accessibility of mediation services. As a token of appreciation, we will provide certificates of attendance to all participants via email after the conclusion of the festival. These certificates acknowledge your commitment to learning and networking during the conference.

Language: English

Join us in celebrating the Mediation Festival 2024, meet mediators and entrepreneurs from around the world, and enjoy a wonderful time in the beautiful city of Thessaloniki. We look forward to seeing you in Thessaloniki!

Contact information: info@adrhellenic.com

Evi Avlogiari
Mediation Festival President

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The Mediator’s Training Organization ADR HELLENIC TRAINING HUB is organizing the 1st MEDIATION FESTIVAL, which will be held online on June 16th and 17th, 2023. Experienced mediators from all over the world will participate in the festival. Conflicts always exist, but we can manage these differences cooperatively and with empathy.

Our acquaintance with Katherine Pavlidis Johnson and her work was the motivation to immediately implement the idea of a Mediation Festival that had long been swirling in our minds. Mediators from all over the world will share their experiences with us. Scientists who specialize in conflict resolution and lawyers with experience in negotiations and mediation will also be present to share their stories from their disputes.

The Mediation Festival aims to facilitate discussions and exchange of views on practical applications of dispute resolution for all. This year the focus will be on the reconstruction of society through mediation, with Katherine Pavlidis Johnson, a psychologist, lawyer, mediator, and author of “Making Sense of Loss – The Re-Constructionist Model: An Example of Democracy in Action,” as the keynote speaker on the first day.

The first Mediation Festival will take place online on June 16 and 17, 2023, to allow for participation from speakers around the world. Our goal in the coming years is for the MEDIATION FESTIVAL to become an annual event that spans multiple days.

Online Zoom Webinar

Date: June 16-17 2023

Time: 09.00 – 18.00 (Athens time)

Ticket: 190,00€  – Early bird: 150,00€ till June 6

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Organizer: ADR Hellenic Training Hub

The 1st MEDIATION FESTIVAL’S speakers are:

• Katherine Pavlidis Johnson (Key Speaker) – “Making Sense of Loss – The RE-Constructionist Model of Mediation”
• Mary Walker – “The Future of Mediation and Code of Ethics”
• Jonathan Lux – “Maritime Mediation-How to Win”
• Roland Wilson – “Mediating Conflicts: A Conflict Analysis and Resolution Perspective”
• Lee Jay Berman -“Entertainment Mediation: it’s just like all other mediation, but it’s not!”
• Kimberly Schreiber – “ODR: Does Online Mediation Stink?”
• Jeffry Abrams – “The importance of the caucus model of mediation for effective risk analysis”
• Cezary Rogula – “Legal Practice and Mediation in Terms of Outsourcing”
• Orli Naschitz – “Mediation Story Telling”
• Evi Avlogiari – “Tomorrow’s Lawyers: Soft Skills”
• Pella Tsachaki – “Peer Mediation – Belgium’s Case”
• Dimitra Mousioli – “The journey to happiness accompanied by peer mediation”
• Dimitris Melidis – “Artificial Intelligence and Legal Tech in Legal Profession”
• Maria-Melina Laina – Mediation Story Telling
• Evgnosia Raftopoulou – Mediation Story Telling
• Poly Tsitsoni – Mediation Story Telling
• Efi Giatra – Moderator
• Despina Lipiridou – Moderator
• Nikos Karagiannakis – Webinar Tech Coordinator (International Data Compliance & Computing)
  ..and others!

We invite all mediators and all lawyers from every corner of the world to come and share their experience at the Mediation Festival!

We will discuss, we will exchange views in order to give Mediation a chance to flourish in Greece!

The president and General Director of ADR HELLENIC TRAINING HUB

Evi Avlogiari and Nikos Karagiannakis

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WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAID ABOUT THIS TRAINING

"This program should be part of the curriculum of all medical schools!"

Dimitris SarrisMedical Student, Thessaloniki

"Extremely interesting, different, necessary, important, demanding and useful program. I hope you continue the work in this part and expand it because Greece is in great need of empathy!"

Plutarchos PastrasMedical Student, Patra

"Excellent! I was expecting a nice initiative because I trusted the choices and collaborations of EEFIE Thessaloniki and ESFIE, but this seminar really impressed me much more than I expected! Clarification of basic ideas and elements at a theoretical level, practical scenarios with very interesting dilemmas and excellent atmosphere of cooperation are the recipe for the success of the seminar! Well done and I recommend it to everyone!"

Katerina DedeiliaMedical Student, Athens

"Congratulations on the program, the effort, but most of all on the passion you display! Empathy in Medicine is an issue that deserves and needs more attention. You really convinced me through this training and I am sure I will never forget it. ..Thank you very much, you are doing a service!"

George SchoinasMedical Student, Patra

"The seminar fills the gaps of the curriculum in terms of interpersonal relationships between patient - doctor, through an experiential and very interesting way!"

Irini TsagariMedical Student, Thessaloniki

"The trainers worked with us in order to put into practice what we learned, which is something unusual for the greek standards! Thank you for the unique opportunity you gave us!"

Aliki IliadouMedical Student, Thessaloniki

"I am very happy to have had the opportunity to participate in this training. I recommend it to anyone who wants to become a proper doctor!"

Christina DionysiouMedical Student, Thessaloniki

"I recommend attending the seminar to all students who are unreservedly interested! I was very happy, really impressive work. Thank you for everything !!!"

Spyridon PantziosMedical Student, Athens

"Every health professional should receive such a training, if not the exact same two-day seminar, along with the rest of his education! We hope in the future that this training will be expanded even more and will be embraced by an even larger audience!"

Christos DrossosMedical Student, Thessaloniki

"An excellent training, which should be attended by all medical staff !! It exceeded our expectations and we thank you very much for the experience."

Medical Student, Athens

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