Three Ways to Effectively Prepare for Virtual Mediations
Virtual or telephonic mediation offers many benefits, including greater flexibility, comfort of being in your own space, and faster scheduling. As virtual mediation becomes more integrated into organizations’ conflict resolution and human resources services, effective preparation is key to ensuring quality outcomes. Being remote impacts the way parties connect, how…
October is Conflict Resolution Month!
A time to promote and celebrate peaceful conflict resolution practices worldwide! This annual commemoration was originally created by the Association of Conflict Resolution (ACR) in 2005, includes Conflict Resolution Day on October 20th, and also coincides with the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Mediation Week. Conflict Resolution Month events often focus…
TAKING A CLOSER LOOK: 5 THINGS HIGH-PERFORMING TEAMS DO DIFFERENTLY
TAKING A CLOSER LOOK: 5 THINGS HIGH-PERFORMING TEAMS DO DIFFERENTLY There have been many research studies over the years examining what it takes to create a high-performing team. Some would argue it’s hiring the right people for the job. Others say it comes down to good leadership. And still, others…
Job Vacancy: DEI Program Manager
We are excited to share with you that ADR Vantage is continuing to grow and we are looking to hire a new full-time staff person to join our team! Please review the DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Program Manager job posting below to see if you or anyone you…
CASE STUDY: See How One Client’s Renewed DEI Efforts Are Impacting Their Organization
Healthcare Not-for-Profit Reflects and Steps-up to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) This statewide healthcare organization quickly recognized the importance of the moment in 2020. As numerous news reports of race-based violence streamed in, they saw the impact on their 240-person workforce and decided to act. They engaged ADR Vantage to…
SHRM22 was a Success!
Read more to learn how you can create more inclusion for LGBTQ+ employees at your organization! This year’s SHRM Annual Conference & Expo held in New Orleans was the largest conference gathering of human resource professionals, but it wasn’t limited to just HR folks – it was a gathering of…
Join us at SHRM Annual Conference & Expo!!
June 12-15, 2022 New Orleans, LA and Virtual SHRM22 is the largest conference gathering of human resources professionals on Earth! And it’s not limited to just HR folks – this is the place for leaders, educators, training, managers, OD consultants, coaches, and others learn, share, and grow their skills! ADR…
In-person, Remote, and More Hybrid Meetings: How to Help Employees Get the Most out of Meetings
The larger the group, the less responsibility each individual group member may feel for contributing to the efforts and overall success of the group. In essence, the more people present in the room or in the meeting, the easier it is for each individual person to feel less motivated and…
Join us at the Maryland State Bar Association ADR Spring Seminar
MEDIATION ETHICS: IMPLICIT BIAS, RACE AND MEDIATOR AWARENESS May 24, 2022 from 12 pm – 4:30 pm EDT For Maryland mediators and other ADR practitioners: This ethics training is designed in compliance with MD Rule 17-205(a)(5), and completion of this training is intended to satisfy the 2-hour ethics training required…
6 Ways to Celebrate Diversity Month this April
Started in 2004, “Diversity Month” is celebrated by the U.S. each April to honor and celebrate the many cultures, traditions, and differences that make up our country’s population. It is also a perfect time for you and your organization to reflect on how you can deepen your efforts around workplace…