Duke Fisher has been a volunteer mediator since 1988.

The Unified Court System of New York State approached Duke in 1990 to become a New York State Certified Trainer of Mediation and assist with a special project bringing mediation and collaborative problem solving skills to “at risk” populations.

He is the past Director of two Community Mediation Centers and has brought the process of mediation to thousands of individuals, businesses, schools, colleges, Bar Associations, Law Practices and communities throughout the United States.

He is a straight talking, tireless advocate for respectful, collaborative conflict resolution and gets his point across through the use of wise cracks, good films, and experiential exercises known to encourage groups to have fun, take risks, and learn from each other.

Duke Fisher has been a practicing Mediator, Trainer, Consultant, and Restorative Practioner for decades. Wondering what people who have worked with Duke have to say about him?

Responding to Harm

Healing and Accountability in Courts and Schools

Restorative Processes can be used as a preventative solution, reducing opportunities for harm and building more resilient communities. Sometimes, however, harm still occurs and responsive solutions are needed. Restorative processes can be used to respond to these harms, targeting and addressing specific words, actions, and events. Restorative circles are a powerful tool for addressing harm and fostering healing within communities, particularly in educational and judicial settings.

In Schools

In schools, restorative circles are used to create a dialogue around incidents of harm. They provide a platform for students to express their feelings, understand the impact of their actions, and work towards repairing relationships1. This approach has been shown to reduce conflicts and behavior problems, as it focuses on building relationships rather than imposing punitive punishments1.

In Courts

In the judicial system, restorative circles offer an alternative to traditional punitive measures. They involve the victim, the offender, and the community in a process that seeks to repair the harm caused by crime2. This method emphasizes healing for all parties involved and rebuilding relationships within the community2.

Duke Fisher has decades of knowledge and experience in the fileds of Dispute Resolution and Restorative Justice. In order to move the fields forward, Duke is available to select practitioners for Mentoring and Coaching services through an Apprenticeship.

In addition, Duke's contacts around the world offer additional opportunities for connection, collaboration, and coaching.

Interested in Mentoring + Coaching?

• An Apprenticeship lasts one year
• A Focus is available for any of the following:
  • Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Restorative Justice and Related Practices
  • Teaching, Training, and Facilitation
• Apprenticeships include the following:
  • A two-hour Introductory Meeting
  • An Initial Assesment of your Goals, Values, Background, and Practice
  • 5 one-hour, one-on-one Intensive Sessions
  • 5 one-hour, one-on-one Coaching Sessions
  • 4 prepaid, Online Workshops of your choice
  • Recommendations and Referrals for further growth and advancement

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