Over the past three months I’ve had the privilege of working with some amazing groups of new mediators during my Online Basic Mediation Trainings. Each group has had it’s own personality and quirks, but all of them have been full of intelligent, curious, insightful, and dedicated professionals. Coming from a range of professional backgrounds, from attorneys, social workers, educators, activists, and more, they have made me laugh with their humor, challenged me with thoughtful questions, and inspired me with their enthusiasm and commitment.

A few individual shout outs of gratitude for some of my training partners: Sharon Matthie, President of the Westchester Black Bar Association; Ashley Foote, of CLUSTER; Simone Dornbach; Stuart Baker; Jess Bunshaft; and Skye Roper-Moses. Each of these individuals has contributed to and supported the Online Basic Mediation Training in tangible and innumerable ways.

I am so very grateful to do this work, and to have the opportunity to connect with this bright and beautiful community. Thank you to everyone who has joined me on this journey.