Mediation Part 2: how to suggest mediation as a way forward

Part 2 of our mediation special starts off with the practical question of how you might get a mediator, or suggest to someone that mediation might be a helpful way forward. We look at things to bear in mind while doing that, and finally how mediation techniques can help us counteract polarisation.

Where to find a mediator:

Email us at unlockingconflict@crux.org.uk if you have any questions and we can point you in the right direction.

Family mediation: https://www.familymediationcouncil.org.uk/

Civil & commercial mediation: https://civilmediation.org/mediator-search/

Community mediation:

• Drop us an email unlockingconflict@crux.org.uk and we can signpost you to local mediation charities in London
• Or you can search in your local area,
• Or find a mediator on https://civilmediation.org/mediator-search/

If you live in the London boroughs of Wandsworth, Islington or Camden, our community mediation services can help you for free:

Wandsworth: www.wandsworthmediation.co.uk

Camden & Islington: www.crux.org.uk 

Help for individuals 

• The Men's Advice Line offers support for men experiencing domestic violence from a partner, ex-partner or other family members. Call the confidential free helpline on 0808 801 0327, Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.
• Women's aid protects women from domestic violence. Call their 24-hour helpline on 0808 2000 247.
• You can talk to Childline about anything. Call them for free on 0800 1111 or visit their website.
• Relate is an affordable relationship and sex counselling service. 0300 100 1234