Dhaka, Bangladesh - May 28, 2024 - The Bangladesh International Mediation Society (BIMS) successfully concluded a comprehensive 40-hour mediation training program at the Bishwo Sahittya Kendra in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The event took place from May 24th to May 28th, 2024, and attracted active participation from individuals representing both Bangladesh and Nepal, with a notable group of 12 delegates from Nepal representing Bangladesh Nepal Mediators Forum (BNMF). The training was facilitated by experienced professionals from diverse international backgrounds, who provided all attendees with a thorough understanding of the mediation. Participants gained essential skills for effective mediation, creating an environment conducive to negotiation and resolution of conflicts.
The program followed a meticulously structured schedule, covering essential topics in the field of negotiation and mediation. Through theoretical sessions and practical exercises, participants gained valuable insights into the intricacies of mediating diverse conflicts. Ultimately, the 40-hour mediation training organized by BIMS demonstrates the organization's commitment to promoting excellence in conflict resolution practices. By equipping participants with essential mediation skills, this initiative has undoubtedly contributed to the advancement of peaceful negotiation methods within the region and beyond. The major topics covered during the training sessions are as follows.
1. Mediation in Bangladesh, India, Nepal, and Middle East (National Languages)
2. Singapore Convention: Now and Tomorrow
3. Statement Analysis
4. ADR spectrum and Mediation Principles
5. Negotiation and types
6. Stages of Mediation
7. The Process of Mediation
8. Role Play and Practical Simulations
9. BATNA, WATNA, ZOPA
10. Online Mediation and Use of Technology
11. Effective Communication
12. Effective Listening Skills
13. Role of Mediators
14. Role of Referral Judges
15. Why Mediation is the best method for dispute resolution