HEAR WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING
 
 

About a week after each class, the Justice Center sends participants a group picture we have taken of their class.  We have received the unsolicited comments below in response:

  
     
 

My experience at the Justice Center mediation Training was one of the most rewarding of my legal/judicial career.  I simply had no idea that the Center was in the hands of extraordinary folks such as Edith, Martha, Elmer and others including Al Rudd.  The rich curriculum, enthusiastic staff and generous accommodations just knocked me off my feet.  Having participated in numerous mediations as a lawyer and as a judge before I signed up for the class, I assumed that I had nearly mastered the art of mediation.  Presentations during this course humbled me regarding the truly sophisticated approach to resolution of complex litigation.  This course exposed me to the elusive and deceptively subtle dynamics of mediation.  It also provided an irreplaceable structure for orderly, thorough and professional case resolution.  Training at the Justice Center is a must for anyone who is serious about becoming a great and effective mediator.  I am very grateful to the Justice center of Atlanta for this exceptional experience.   M. Gino Brogdon, Sr.

  
 
 
 

Just a quick note of thanks for a fabulous week of training.  I thoroughly enjoyed the training and found that it will help me in dealing with conflict in the workplace.  While I initially dreaded the role-play exercises, they were critical to the transfer of knowledge to students.  I also want to acknowledge our observer, Eunice.  She was thorough, thoughtful, and helpful in providing advice regarding how to overcome challenges in the mediation process.  Kudos to all.  Thank you, and thank you for the 5 pounds I picked-up last week --not.  The food and hospitality were great and contributed to the success of the training.  Creature comforts are important.  You've mastered it all!  Warmest regards, Carolyn Hightower

  
 
 
 

Thank you so much!  I really enjoyed class not only because I learned so much, but because you all also made such a great team and wonderful atmosphere for learning.  Thank you all for enabling me to earn my certificate.  Please take care and I look forward to seeing you for more training in the future.  Lisa M. Hardy

  
 
 
 

Once again, I'd like to say thank you all for the valuable tools you've provided me with.  I must say after only week with all of you, I miss hearing Miss Edie yelling Elmer's name!  Stay in good graces and continue to do what you do. Stirling D. Alexander III

  
 
 
 

Just wanted to say how wonderful the training was, and thank you for your assistance with getting in the class!  True Southern hospitality!  Kinda makes me homesick (born/raised in South Carolina) since I'm way out here on the West coast.  I know everyone left the JCA motivated and excited, much like leaving a pep rally.  You are all a great bunch, and I really appreciate your team spirit.  Again, excellent training by a great team!  Thanks. Frankie D. Austin

  
 
 
 

I really enjoyed being a student of mediation again.  The videos, handouts of ethics questions, model standards, ADR rules, role plays and discussions were all most helpful.  The day was very well spent, and I thank you all.  In addition, you made me feel "at home" and glad to be there.  You know how I feel about the Justice Center and the impact it has had upon me.  I always look forward to being there, mediating, observing, and enjoying the professional camaraderie.  See you soon.  Sincerely, Nancy Bedford

  
 
 
 

Thank you so much.  We really enjoyed yesterday.  I think the supervisors got a lot out of yesterday's [training] sessions.  I wanted to reiterate how wonderful the entire Justice Center Staff is, and how much I appreciate you all and the great things you do for the Courts.  Stefani Lacour

  
 
 
 

Thanks.  It was the best mediation class I've attended!  You guys are wonderful! Tonya Abrams Brown

  
 
 
 

Testimonial letter written to a supervisor about JCA

  
 

Hi Karen:

I just wanted to take a few moments to say "Thank You" for allowing me to attend the Mediation training at The Justice Center of Atlanta, Inc., in Atlanta, GA., last month.  I have delayed sending this message of appreciation to you because I've been waiting to get my official letter of approval in the mail from the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution, confirming me as a neutral with the Supreme Court of Georgia, which took some time.  I did not want to send this without a copy of that also, please see attachment below.

When I returned home from Atlanta, one of the first phone calls I made was to the Supreme Court of Ohio's Office of Dispute Resolution, to inquire on what steps I needed to take to be registered in Ohio's courts as a neutral. Speaking with the Program Manager, Ken Davis, I explained that I had just completed JCA's Mediation training with the Clinical Practicum, and he was very familiar with JCA's impeccable training.  Mr. Davis spoke very highly of JCA and told me that I had surpassed all requirements of Ohio's Supreme Court as a Mediator.  At the closing of our conversation, Mr. Davis' exact words to me were "...print up your business cards, hang out your shingle and get busy Ms. Gilliam".

The Mediation training given by The Justice Center of Atlanta (JCA) is in one word, "Superb!"  The professionalism of each and every staff member there is excellent.  The hospitality that they provide along with the extremely intense training is just outstanding. Upon completion of my training, I was equipped with everything I needed to be a successful Mediator for any organization.

The following training objectives were met over and beyond the call of duty:

 

1  An ability to adopt the mediation mindset and the language of resolution.
   
2  A knowledge and use of the various language techniques that enhance the opportunity for resolution.
   
3  An ability to implement the mediation process.
   
4    An understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the mediation process.
   
5  An appreciation of the impact of laws, ethics, regulations, policies, and practices surrounding the mediation process and its outcome.
   
6   An appreciation of diversity issues.

I highly recommend this training for anyone seeking to become a Mediator.  While I was there, I talked with several classmates who had previously taken DEOMI's Mediation course, and in comparison to JCA, they preferred JCA by far.

For your review, below I have attached a copy of the 5-day agenda to this course. JCA also offers Customized Mediation Training in a variety of areas to meet specific needs of an organization. During the training, JCA provides continental breakfast; a fresh-daily southern buffet lunch; and snacks at no additional charge.  Free parking is also available, making things very convenient and economical. I recommend using JCA for any of our needs at EPA concerning the issue of Mediation training.  If I can be of any assistance at all with planning for such an event, please let me know.  I would love the opportunity to do so.

Sincerely,

(Your new Mediator)

Sheila Gilliam, EEO Specialist

  

 
     

 
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