Invitation to the 10th International Forum “Mediation and Law”

The Ukrainian Academy of Mediation invites you to join the 10th International Forum “Mediation and Law” — a professional platform for discussing practical tools for working with conflicts, communication, and emotional stress in today’s realities.

Today, Ukrainian life is marked by constant emotional ups and downs. When the nervous system remains under prolonged stress and anxiety, exhaustion becomes inevitable, and the body adapts to a постоянний state of ожидание threat.

This affects everyday life: sleep is disrupted, concentration decreases, and communication and decision-making become more difficult. In such conditions, tools that help restore inner balance and build effective interaction become especially important.

What the Forum Will Cover

The forum will focus on practical approaches to working with complex emotional states and conflicts.

In particular, participants will explore: practical mediation tools effective communication techniques approaches to managing emotional stress

One of these tools is reframing and paraphrasing — techniques that help change the perception of a situation and reveal new possibilities for resolving it.

Sometimes even a small shift in focus can influence a person’s state. Imagine floating on your back in the sea, looking at the sky while the water gently supports your body. Your breathing gradually evens out, and a sense of calm and balance appears. This is how a shift in perception works — through a new experience and attention to one’s inner state.

At the same time, it is important to understand that not all circumstances can be changed. However, it is always possible to find inner support and resilience.

Join the Professional Dialogue

The forum is an opportunity to gain practical knowledge, exchange experience, and discover new approaches to working in challenging conditions.

We invite professionals who work with people and conflicts to join the event and become part of a community that promotes a culture of dialogue and support.

More details about the forum: https://mediation.ua/forum/2026

This publication was prepared by the Ukrainian Academy of Mediation within the project “CONSENT: Increasing the Role of Alternative Dispute Resolution in Ukraine with a Focus on Mediation,” implemented with the financial support of the European Union.