External links

Community resources

Associated Ministries

Local association of churches, faith-based organizations, and interfaith partners addressing housing, homelessness, and hunger in Pierce County.

Resolution Washington

Statewide organization of Dispute Resolution Centers (DRCs) in Washington State. Provides information on mediation and mediatable disputes, DRC listings, and training.

Tacoma Area Coalition of Individuals with Disabilities (TACID)

Nonprofit organization promoting the independence of individuals with disabilities.

For clients:

National Association for Community Mediation

This website provides an excellent short description of the mediation process.

Wikipedia :: Mediation

For a detailed description of mediation, see Wikipedia.

For mediators:

Washington Mediation Association

WMA is a non-profit organization which promotes mediation across the state. The site provides listings of WMA-certified mediators, a mentor program, and great career resources for mediators.

National Institute for Advanced Conflict Resolution

NIACR advances the field of conflict resolution and promotes greater understanding of the role of mediation in resolving conflict. The site includes online resources for practicing mediators and information for the general public about the benefits of mediation.

Mediate.com

News items, training, and more.

Washington State Bar Association

Mediation guidelines and FAQs.