Join us for the Academy of Professional Family Mediators 2025 Annual Conference, “The Mediation Journey: From Origins to Present Day and Beyond,” taking place online from March 12–14, 2025. This virtual event is thoughtfully designed to support professional growth, foster meaningful connections, and address the most pressing topics in family mediation today.

Participants can look forward to:

• Pre-Conference Workshops (March 12): Interactive sessions on personal influences in mediation, the Balint Method, and managing complex family mediations.
• Conference Sessions (March 12–14): A rich lineup of workshops and plenaries addressing trauma-informed mediation, financial issues, cultural considerations, and ethical best practices. View the full schedule here: https://apfmnet.org/annual-conference/schedule/
• Networking Opportunities: Engage with peers, industry leaders, and experts in a collaborative virtual setting.
• Session Recordings: All substantive sessions will be recorded and available to attendees after the event.
  
  

Join us for a pivotal keynote panel featuring Jim Melamed, Susan Guthrie, and Colin Rule, as they chart the evolution of family mediation over the past 50 years, from its inception to the present and beyond. This discussion will delve into technological advancements that have shaped family mediation and explore the implications of future innovations.

• The Early Days: Foundations of Family Mediation – Jim Melamed will discuss the integration of early technology in mediation, from typewriters to digital communications, and its impact on efficiency and client engagement.
• The Present: Technological Transformation – Susan Guthrie will examine the role of online platforms, AI, and digital advancements, particularly their impact during the COVID-19 pandemic, in improving mediation outcomes.
• The Future: Next Steps in Family Mediation – Colin Rule will explore the potential of AI and emerging technologies in enhancing mediation strategies, fostering more effective dispute resolution.

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with leaders in the mediation field and gain a deeper understanding of how innovation continues to refine the mediation process.

Learn more: https://apfmnet.org/annual-conference/

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your mediation practice! We look forward to seeing you at APFM 2025!