Center for Conflict Resolution Chicago

Claim your spot in CCR's October 40-Hour Mediation Skills Training - sign up by the end of tomorrow to get the Early Bird Discount! Full price starts 9/25.

Mediation skills aren't just for mediators - they're skills for navigating conflict, communicating effectively, and building understanding amongst individuals! Join CCR for on October 22, 23, 28, 29, and 30 - register at https://www.ccrchicago.org/mediation-skills-training

Here are a few snaps from our Volunteer Appreciation Party last night! We had such an amazing time celebrating the wonderful people who share their creativity and commitment with us every day. And major thanks to our lovely hosts at Easy Does It and the generous donations from LOBO for filling our bellies and our hearts 💕

Do you like rhyming, the rule of threes, and/or free money for CCR? If the answer to any of those questions is yes, then use the link below or scan the QR code to vote for us in the Jackie Mack & More Commission Mission award from TODAY, September 8th, until September 21st, 2026.

Join us in our third year participating in this event! Each September, Evanston real estate powerhouse Jackie Mack donates a commission check to the five local nonprofits with the most votes during this two-week window.

If you've been following us for a while, you may remember our glorious victory in 2024. Let's keep those good vibes going and make 2026 a year to remember!

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Jonathan Mullins (he/him) has recently joined CCR as a Bilingual Programs Manager. Previously, he worked in the non-profit sector with immigrant and disability communities. He was drawn to the facilitative work of mediation by his love of questions and belief in the importance of self-determination. In 2020 he earned a B.A. in philosophy with a certificate in international community development. Jonathan is also a former professional bread baker and an aspiring poet who believes that Lake Michigan is most beautiful in the wintertime.

The CCR Auxiliary board had a blast sailing on the high seas of Lake Michigan. Summer may be coming to a close, but our Aux Board's arms are wide open to welcome new members (: Contact us if you're interested in learning more!

Congratulations to our July 2026 Mediation Skills Training (MST) participants! In July, 18 community members completed the 40-hour training in the theoretical and practical elements of CCR’s work. We love spreading the word about alternative dispute resolution, and the MST allows people to dive in for an immersive week of learning, practicing new skills, and having fun!

Discerning eyes will see Executive Director Hope Pavich and Board member Kyle Donash’s smiling faces in this photo. They had a fantastic time - Hope gave particular props to the Training team, who bring expertise and ease to the process.

THANK YOU to everyone who made this week amazing! Your passion, insights, and desire to help people engage in constructive conversations is so motivating. We can’t wait to see where your mediation journey takes you!

Our very own Volunteer Director, Israel Putnam, will be presenting at the National Association for Community Mediation's Big Tuesday event on July 28 at 6 PM PST. Don't miss the chance to hear insights about the intentional processes CCR has adopted to develop and support a volunteer base that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve! https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BTNuy2OGR96atOKBzhjgYg #/registration

👯 DOUBLE 👯 your impact to CCR's youth mediation program, today only! Global Giving is offering donation matching for gifts from $100-$1500 from Wednesday July 15th at 9 AM through Thursday July 16th and 8:59 AM.
Make your contribution and read more about this impactful programming here: https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/juvenilemediation/

Riddle: What rhymes with “citation hatch play” and makes everyone at CCR smile? DONATION MATCH DAY through Global Giving!!! Mark your calendars - from Wednesday July 15th at 9 AM through Thursday July 16th and 8:59 AM, online gifts from $100-$1500 will be matched by the platform. Don't worry, we'll be sure to post the link when it's available!

Funds will specifically be directed toward the juvenile victim-offender mediation program. We believe that providing youth who are involved in the criminal-legal system an opportunity to re-connect to their communities and repair harm for low-level crimes helps disrupt the cycle of getting stuck in the correctional system. We help hundreds of victims and offenders per year in this way already, and with your support we can help even more.