Presented by Elizabeth Grossman

Introducing our next multisession practice group!

ACR-GNY is launching a new Employment and Commercial Mediator Practice Group exclusively for its members!

Mediators strive to encourage understanding and bridge boundaries. Yet many work alone, with few opportunities to share their questions, frustrations, and ideas with colleagues. To provide support and education to members of the ADR community, ACR-GNY is starting a new five-part practice group for mediators working in the employment and commercial spaces, creating a confidential forum where practitioners can come together to share puzzling moments and give each other honest feedback.

Starting in October 2026, this Practice Group will meet every other Wednesday morning via Zoom from 8:30 – 10:00 am and will be limited to 15 participants. It will be led by Elizabeth Grossman, ACR-GNY Treasurer and Board member, and will include guest facilitators in some sessions. Mediators at all experience levels are welcome to attend. To promote community support in a small group space, participants are expected to make their best efforts to attend all sessions.

Group discussions will address:

October 7 Topic: Navigating Power Imbalances

October 21 Topic: Managing Challenging Behaviors

November 4 Topic: Ethical issues – Who’s in the Room?

November 18 Topic: Challenging Scenarios (participants share)

December 2 Topic: To be Determined with Group Input

Registrants are expected to attend all five sessions.

These practice group sessions are interactive and a safe space for questions and honest feedback; registration will be capped at 15 participants, and sessions will not be recorded.

The Details

Frequency: Every Other Wednesday

Dates: October 7, 2026 | October 21, 2026 | November 4, 2026 | November 18, 2026 | December 2, 2026

Time: 8:30 - 10:00am (Eastern Time)

Price: Free for ACR-GNY members

Format: Virtual (Zoom)

Elizabeth Grossman

This program is supported by ACR-GNY's 365 Sponsor:

ACR-GNY's 25th Anniversary Celebration

LEADERSHIP

Twenty-five years ago, a group of conflict resolution practitioners came together to build a network to provide mutual support and peer learning for the conflict resolution community in the Greater New York area. What emerged was the Association for Conflict Resolution’s Greater New York Chapter, an organization that has supported practitioners, connected colleagues, and made quality programming accessible to everyone.

This October 15, we’re gathering to celebrate. We'll be raising a glass to the leaders whose vision and dedication have shaped our organization over the past quarter-century.

Join us for an evening at The Helm in the historic Helmsley Building in Midtown Manhattan. Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP is graciously providing both the venue and catering for this celebration.

Our theme for this event—Leadership—celebrates the individuals whose vision and commitment have guided our association through its first quarter-century and ACR-GNY’s role in advancing and expanding the field of conflict resolution.

Details

Thursday, October 15, 2026, 6:00–8:30 pm
The Helmsley Building | The Helm
230 Park Avenue, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10169
Guests must present a current (non-expired) government-issued photo ID to access the building

Business casual and festive attire
Drinks and light fare will be served.

Purchase your ticket

Every ticket includes a tax-deductible donation that supports ACR-GNY’s mission to expand and advance the field of conflict resolution.

Contribute at the level that is meaningful for you. If cost is a barrier, reach out to us at leardership25@acrgny.org.

ACR-GNY'S 25th Anniversary Celebration is generously supported by:

Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP

This program is supported by ACR-GNY's 365 Sponsor: