Virginia Mediation Network Inc upcoming events

From Resolution Virginia: Domestic Violence and Mediation Training (8hr) (06/04/2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Domestic Violence and Mediation Training (8hr)

June 4 – 5, 2026 Time: 3 pm - 7 pm on Thursday; 8:30 am - 12:30 pm on Friday

FORMAT: Virtual - Zoom

NAME OF APPROVED TRAINER: Jamica Littles register here: https://www.resolutionvirginia.org/training

For more info, contact: (540)269-4630 or email: training@resolutionvirginia.org

**VMN Enhanced, Institutional, and Community Mediation Center members can post their events on the VMN Calendar. If you are interested in becoming a member or upgrading your membership, please reach out to virginiamediationnetwork@gmail.com.

From Resolution Virginia: Circuit Court Civil Training (06/08/2026)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Circuit Court Civil Training

June 8 – 12, 2026 Time: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm

FORMAT: Virtual - Zoom

NAME OF APPROVED TRAINER: Aaron Hagmaier register here: https://www.resolutionvirginia.org/training

For more info, contact: (540)269-4630 or email: training@resolutionvirginia.org

From Lanterns Mediation & JMU: Tactical Mindfulness (06/12/2026)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Tactical Mindfulness

Training date: June 12, 2026

Format: Virtual

Trainer: Breyette Lorntz, PhD

Registration Page

Cost: $49

This 1.5 hour training is co-offered by Lanterns Mediation and James Madison University. Participants who complete the program will receive both a certificate and a microbadge.

Tactical Mindfulness is a practical framework designed to help mediators and other high-conflict practitioners maintain steadiness, clarity, ethical awareness, and effective communication under pressure. This interactive training explores strategies for remaining grounded during emotionally intense conversations while supporting neutrality, reflective listening, and decision-making effectiveness.

The training is appropriate for mediators seeking practical self-regulation and communication tools applicable to both court-connected and non-court conflict resolution settings.

Please feel free to reach out to training@lanternsmediation.com if you would like additional information about this training or upcoming offerings.

From Karen Richards Training: Family Mediation Training (06/15/2026)

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Family Mediation Training

Online via Zoom

June 15-19, 2026

Time: 1 pm to 5 pm

Trainers: Karen Richards, Andrea Palmisano, Sara McAllister & Kim Graham

Cost of training: $645

From Lanterns Mediation & JMU: Foundations of Mediation (MIDA) (06/23/2026)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Foundations of Mediation (MIDA)

From Lanterns Mediation & James Madison University: Foundations of Mediation (MIDA)

Start 06/23/2026 9:30 AM

End 08/25/2026 11:30 AM

Location Online via Zoom

Foundations of Mediation (MIDA)

Training Dates: June 23 – August 25, 2026 (Tuesdays for 10 weeks)

Format: Virtual

Trainer: Breyette Lorntz, PhD

Registration Page

Cost: $795

This 20-hour foundational mediation training is co-offered by Lanterns Mediation and James Madison University. Participants who complete the program will receive both a certificate and a microbadge.

Foundations of Mediation is the core certificate program within the broader Mediation in the Digital Age (MIDA) microcredential ecosystem. Designed for contemporary conflict resolution practice, the program introduces participants to foundational mediation theory, communication frameworks, ethics, conflict analysis, negotiation strategies, and practical mediation process skills applicable across personal, organizational, educational, and community settings.

Designed for working professionals, graduate students, educators, organizational leaders, and emerging practitioners, the program combines rigorous mediation instruction with flexible virtual learning.

The course also serves as a pathway into future advanced MIDA offerings, including Workplace Mediation, Education Mediation, Community Mediation, and additional continuing mediator education opportunities.

Please feel free to reach out to training@lanternsmediation.com if you would like additional information about this training or upcoming offerings.

From Karen Richards Training: Support Matters for Virginia's Family Courts (06/29/2026)

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Support Matters for Virginia's Family Courts

Online via Zoom

June 29-30, 2026

Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Trainers: Kim Graham & Sara McAllister

From Lanterns Mediation & JMU: Tactical Mindfulness (07/10/2026)

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Tactical Mindfulness

Training date: July 10, 2026

Format: Virtual

Trainer: Breyette Lorntz, PhD

Registration Page

Cost: $49

This 1.5 hour training is co-offered by Lanterns Mediation and James Madison University. Participants who complete the program will receive both a certificate and a microbadge.

The training is appropriate for mediators seeking practical self-regulation and communication tools applicable to both court-connected and non-court conflict resolution settings.

Please feel free to reach out to training@lanternsmediation.com if you would like additional information about this training or upcoming offerings.

From Karen Richards Training: Navigating the Nuances of Neutrality (07/13/2026)

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Navigating the Nuances of Neutrality

Online via Zoom

Approved for 1 hr of non-ethics CME and 1 hr of ethics CME

July 13, 2026

Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Trainer: Andrea Palmisano, PhD

From Karen Richards Training: How Trauma Can Impact Our Mediation (07/13/2026)

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:30:00 GMT

How Trauma Can Impact Our Mediation

Online via Zoom

Approved for 2 hrs of non-ethics CMEs

July 13, 2026

Time: 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Trainer: Andrea Palmisano, PhD

From Karen Richards Training: Out of Court: Uncovering the Restorative Power of Mediation (07/14/2026)

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Out of Court: Uncovering the Restorative Power of Mediation

Online via Zoom

July 14, 2026

Time: 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Trainer: Brenda Waugh, Esq.

From Karen Richards Training: Child Support: A Refresher (07/14/2026)

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Child Support: A Refresher

Online via Zoom

Approved for 2 hrs of non-ethics CMEs

July 14, 2026

Time: 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Trainer: Sara McAllister

From Karen Richards Training: Impartiality & Quality: Walking the Tightrope of Clients’ Perceptions – An Ethics Workshop (07/14/2026)

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Impartiality & Quality: Walking the Tightrope of Clients’ Perceptions – An Ethics Workshop

Online via Zoom

Approved for 2 hrs of ethics CMEs

July 14, 2026

Time: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Trainer: Karen Richards

VMN WEBINAR: Neutral Under Pressure: Enhancing Mediator Wellbeing & Effectiveness (07/28/2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Neutral Under Pressure: Enhancing Mediator Wellbeing & Effectiveness

In this 1.5-hour CME approved webinar, Lizette Ayala explores the high-conflict interactions mediators routinely face that can challenge neutrality, composure, and cognitive clarity. Because parties often mirror the emotional tone, pace, and energy present in the room, a mediator’s ability to remain grounded and regulated can significantly influence communication, trust, and the overall quality of the mediation process.

This interactive workshop provides practical, skills-based strategies for before, during, and after mediation sessions, helping mediators manage stress, maintain professional presence, and sustain long-term effectiveness. Participants will practice tangible techniques to regulate physiological and emotional responses, strengthen impartiality under pressure, and support mediator competency in high-conflict situations. The workshop emphasizes how self-regulation skills can enhance neutrality, improve communication dynamics, and contribute to more effective mediation outcomes.

**This webinar has been approved for 1.5 hours of CME credit (0.0 ethics) by the Supreme Court of Virginia** This webinar will NOT be recorded. Registrants must attend the webinar to access the content.

VMN Members $15
Non-members $45
VMN Student Member $5
Non-member Students $15

Presenter Bio: Lizette Ayala

Lizette Ayala is a Wellbeing Strategist, Leadership Coach, Integrative Wellness Specialist, and Certified Mediator specializing in resilience, self-regulation, and professional effectiveness in high-conflict environments. Her work focuses on strengthening the physiological and psychological capacity to stay grounded under pressure — a critical competency for mediators, leaders, and high-stakes communicators.

Drawing from expertise in organizational development, workplace wellbeing, and conflict resolution, Lizette designs and facilitates practical, skills-based trainings that blend research-informed self-regulation techniques with immediately applicable tools participants can use before, during, and after challenging interactions. Her approach helps professionals enhance composure, neutrality, presence, and long-term effectiveness by linking wellbeing with performance and professional presence.

From Karen Richards Training: Conflict Resolution & Mediation Skills Training (General Mediation Training) (08/03/2026)

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Conflict Resolution & Mediation Skills Training (General Mediation Training)

Online via Zoom

August 3-7, 2026

Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Trainers: Karen Richards, Andrea Palmisano, Kim Graham & Sara McAllister

From Karen Richards Training: Virginia Judicial System Training (08/11/2026)

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Virginia Judicial System Training

Online via Zoom

August 11, 2026

Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Trainers: Kathleen McKee, Esq., & Sara McAllister

From Lanterns Mediation & JMU: Tactical Mindfulness (08/14/2026)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Tactical Mindfulness

Training date: August 14, 2026

Format: Virtual

Trainer: Breyette Lorntz, PhD

Registration Page

Cost: $49

This 1.5 hour training is co-offered by Lanterns Mediation and James Madison University. Participants who complete the program will receive both a certificate and a microbadge.

The training is appropriate for mediators seeking practical self-regulation and communication tools applicable to both court-connected and non-court conflict resolution settings.

Please feel free to reach out to training@lanternsmediation.com if you would like additional information about this training or upcoming offerings.

From Karen Richards Training: Mentorship Event -- General Video Observation Class (08/26/2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Mentorship Event -- General Video Observation Class

Online via Zoom

August 26, 2026

Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Trainer: Karen Richards

From Karen Richards Training: Conflict Resolution & Mediation Skills Training (General Mediation Training) (10/05/2026)

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Conflict Resolution & Mediation Skills Training (General Mediation Training)

Online via Zoom

October 5-9, 2026

Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Trainers: Karen Richards, Andrea Palmisano, Kim Graham & Sara McAllister

From Karen Richards Training: Mentorship Event -- General Video Observation Class (10/21/2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Mentorship Event -- General Video Observation Class

Online via Zoom

October 21, 2026

Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Trainer: Karen Richards

From Karen Richards Training: Family Mediation Training (11/09/2026)

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Family Mediation Training

Online via Zoom

November 9-13, 2026

Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Trainers: Karen Richards, Andrea Palmisano, Sara McAllister & Kim Graham

From Karen Richards Training: Support Matters for Virginia's Family Courts (11/19/2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Support Matters for Virginia's Family Courts

Online via Zoom

November 19-20, 2026

Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Trainers: Kim Graham & Sara McAllister

From Karen Richards Training: Domestic Violence & Family Mediation Training (12/04/2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Domestic Violence & Family Mediation Training

Online via Zoom

December 4-5, 2026

1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Trainer: Andrea Palmisano