Objective
The purpose of this
interactive seminar is twofold: first, to introduce participants to the
law and practice of cross-border family mediation and, second, to
improve their English language skills. Participants will be encouraged
to make use of mediation techniques and procedures, while they will also
receive the tools and develop the ability to communicate effectively in
English in cross-border situations.
Key topics
- Legal framework on cross-border mediation, parental responsibility and child abduction
- Self-determination in parent-child relationships
- Key features and different phases of the mediation process
- The role of the mediator and co-mediation
- Communication skills and dealing with emotions
- The voice of the child
- Enforceability of mediation agreements
- English legal terminology in mediation (written and oral comprehension, pronunciation etc.)
Who should attend?
Judges (nominated by the project partners), mediators and lawyers in private practice from EU Member States.
Participation
The number of
places available for mediators and lawyers is limited. Applications will
be accepted on a first come, first served basis.
Participants should have a working knowledge of English.
Participation fee: €300
The
participation fee includes 3 nights’ hotel accommodation at the hotel
booked by ERA. Travel costs are not reimbursed by ERA and participants
are asked to book their own travel.