The Independent newspaper recently carried this interview which is a useful insight into the work of a family mediator working in England. The mediator interviewed said of her work:

"People place a lot of trust in you and that's a real privilege. It's very satisfying to see them let go of painful experiences and move on, and be able to talk about the future in a much more positive way."

People interested in the work of family mediation services in Northern Ireland can contact our colleagues in the  Family Mediation Northern Ireland organisation.

In this article Karen Erwin, President of the Mediators’ Institute Ireland discusses the opportunity for mediators during the downturn in Ireland and a growth in the numbers of people from diverse backgrounds becoming practitioners.