Promoting collaborative and equity-informed conflict resolution.
When: Saturday, November 4th
Time: 6:00pm onwards
Where: McMenamin’s Courtyard Restaurant
Address: 5736 NE 33rd Ave, Portland, OR 97211
Everyone is welcome!
Contact: Lauren @ (503)810-9116
Please register HERE to attend the meeting
Agenda:
What we have been doing
President report
2024 challenges
What does next year look like?
Secretary report
Treasurer report
Committee reports (Standards and Practices)
Membership Q&A
We received a great response from our June pre-planning conference survey and the OMA Board would like to say Thank You to everyone who participated!
Our Conference Committee is excited to announce this year’s conference will host virtual workshops and sessions as well as synchronous socials at various locations in Oregon.
If you’d like to submit an educational program, we are inviting our community to submit proposals 45 – 120 minutes in length around the following topics by August 31:
We are devastated by the tragedy and trauma that our community and nation are suffering. We are horrified by George Floyd’s death and the continued acts of violence or threats of violence against the Black community. We stand against racism and oppression.
In order to disrupt the systemic racism that exists in our country, we each must listen to the voices of the historically oppressed and speak up against racism we encounter in our own lives. OMA is here and ready to help facilitate these important conversations.
We are inspired by the peaceful protests in Portland and other parts of the country. Our hope is that the pain and suffering swelling in our country right now will lead to greater dialogue and lasting change. The OMA board hopes you will join us in exploring these issues for yourself and our community.
Email:OMA@ORmediation.org to receive a Zoom Meeting invite for Thursday June 11 at 4:00pm.
OMA issued the following Public Service Announcement to Oregonians:
As the pandemic continues to make life difficult around the world, personal and business relationships are being tested. Conflict is a natural result. Left unattended, conflict can adversely affect relationships well beyond the current public health crisis.
Many conflict management professionals across Oregon have adapted their practices to offer their services online or in a safe environment during this period of physical distancing. Confidential mediation, conflict coaching and facilitation services are now available online to assist with issues related to housing, landlord-tenant disputes, family relationships, consumer-merchant conflict, and more. Many of these services are being offered by Community Dispute Resolution Centers at little, or no cost.
A list of service providers in your area can be found at https://ormediation.org/community-dispute-resolution-centers/, or by calling the Oregon Mediation Association at 503-872-9775.
OMA’s Mediator Directory is also listed here:
https://ormediation.app.neoncrm.com/membership-directory/3