The Society of Mediators - London

Jenny Adams

I recently completed my mediation training , for a civil and commercial mediator, at SOM . I have done so much training over the last 30 years , but I can honestly say this training was by far the best training I have ever received. Tutors were extremely friendly , professional and approachable. This course was not only really interesting , but just took you on a journey and by the end of the week I felt like I was part of a feel good film. Can’t recommend this course highly enough. Massive thanks and congratulations to a job well done to Johnathan , Andi, Martin and a very special thanks to Helen the course manager , who was on hand at all times to ensure smooth running ?

Martin Medforth

I first came across the Society in 2017 when a friend recommended the foundation course in Civil and Commercial Mediation. At the time I couldn’t have anticipated how this would set me on such a rewarding journey but three years later I am not only regularly mediating workplace issues within the civil service, but also mediating and conciliating as a panel mediator for Hunt ADR.

The courses are of an exceptional and consistent quality. Furthermore ongoing support from the faculty community, which I now proudly contribute to as tutor and assessor, is exemplary.

I have undertaken training and CPD with several excellent providers but with the increasing breadth and depth of experience within Faculty that the Society of Mediators has now built, I am confident in recommending them as a standard bearer for quality and ethics that all should note and aspire to.

Sadiq Rao

I trained in London with the Society of Mediators in 2018 on a course led by Jonathan Dingle, Andrea Barnes, Steve Malcolm, and Ruby Sandhu. It was fabulous. They took the time to help me build my skills and forget my desire as an NHS Consultant to cure everyone. The process I was taught has been extremely helpful - not only am I now mediating within the NHS and my local community but I use the skills managing my department. I was also impressed with the support and aftercare: the Society's team at 218 Strand helped me get the necessary observations and have kept me in touch with its other work, although I have not been back since then.

I did some follow-up with another organisation last year and it was a mistake. They were not in London as you might think and did not appear to be current - certainly not on the same page as current thinking and were very expensive. Just like choosing any service, my advice is to take care and speak to the people concerned before choosing. I am happy to commend the Society and have no hesitation in going back myself.

Dominic Collis

I am a trustee of the Society of Mediators and a tutor for students undertaking mediation training. It is so comforting working with the societies high quality of tutors, with vast personal and professional experience, coupled with the desire to teach.

I am proud to say it is my opinion the faculty of The Society of Mediators and one of the best available today.

Aleksandr Step-Marsden

Perhaps the most welcoming and professional group of people, all working tirelessly to improve the quality and quantity of effective dispute resolution. The courses offered are informative, interactive and I have learned immense amounts that I can bring to my personal and professional life.

Onajite Clarke

I undertook my mediation training two weeks before the end of 2019 and what an amazing week of learning it was. To be taught by the very best, in terms of practising and outstanding Barristers and practitioners from all walks of life is one matter initself. But to then discover that they utilise this skillset on a day to day basis and have been champions of this approach for over 15 years is a bonus. My assumptions about what mediation was and is challenged me on so many levels. Be prepared to actively listen, engage and empower others to be solution focused. This is the first step in the right direction. The place to be is, The Society of Mediators. If you want to meet individuals who are warm, friendly and continually open to learning and development, then there is no better place to train.

Taylor Mallory Hammond

Just successfully completed the Foundation in mediation course at 218. The tutors and support staff are truly amazing. Absolutely everything is covered and every question or uncertainty can be answered. Particular thanks my week to Jonathan, Zoey, Andi, Claire and Ruby. Thanks also to Yaz for your patience and support. Cannot recommend this course highly enough. Mediation Rocks!

Charan Kaur

The foundation course was fantastic and the trainers were absolutely amazing. Cannot recommend them enough!