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PMP <peer mediation program>

PMP <peer mediation program>. Mahgul Malik Victoria Janik Mary Nweisser Kathy Nowakowski Menikta Anthonippilai. Mission Statement.

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PMP <peer mediation program>

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  1. PMP <peer mediation program> Mahgul Malik Victoria Janik Mary Nweisser Kathy Nowakowski Menikta Anthonippilai

  2. Mission Statement Our goal is to help the students’ of St. Joseph Secondary School deal with their daily conflicts in a mature, reasonable, and effective fashion. Mediators will work to ensure that our school is safe and that our students graduate as well-rounded individuals.

  3. What is Our Objective? Our objective is to teach grade nine students to deal with their minor conflicts before they escalate into serious issues. A third party will only involve themselves when: The conflict cannot be resolved on its own Lines of communication be resolved on their own There is a desire to resolve the conflict

  4. What is Peer Mediation The peer mediation program is designed to assist students so they can resolve their conflicts through open communication and creative problem solving. Students who are trained to mediate control the process while the parties try to solve their problems with the ideas their peer mediators have given them. Mediation is a totally voluntary that not only helps resolve conflicts without serious punishments such as expulsion, suspension, or detention; it also gives respectful feedback to both parties so they can improve their conflict resolution and group cohesion skills. The peer mediators guide the parties through a session by gathering information on what the conflict is about and what each party can do to resolve it. Peer mediation help the disputants to work together and reach an agreement without facing severe consequences for their actions.

  5. Who can be a Peer Mediator? Senior students in grades 11, 12 or OAC are invited to take a 3-session course where this information is presented so that basic training can be accomplished. Mediators should open, non-judging, good communicators and listeners, and have flexible schedules

  6. Qualities of a Peer Mediator • They may have different backgrounds and skills so they can better match up with student population. • They should be good listeners and communicators. • They should not try to intimidate their peers. • They need to encourage their peers to talk through their problems & communicate with both parties and the mediator. • They should be non judging & listen to all sides of the conflict. • They need to be able to do their job well without constant adult supervision • They need to have a good judgement, be resourceful and have a high self- esteem. • They should be able to give their peers some ideas which might solve their conflict . • They are supposed to respect their peers and make sure that the disputants respect each other. • They must be able to keep confidentiality.

  7. When will Peer Mediation not be the Solution? Peer mediation will not resolve conflicts when: • The needs & problems are not being articulated • Parties are not willing to cooperate • Cross cultural dynamics are great • Long standing family matters are personal • The student is abusing drugs or alcohol • Violence is involved in the disputes • The student reports physical, verbal, or sexual abuse in his/her family • The student reports a serious problem such as pregnancy, suicide, or an emotional disorder

  8. When will Mediation Take Place? Mediation must take place in a formal, neutral place located away from distractions. This place must also be private to ensure that confidentiality is kept as a high priority. The TLC may be option however if full, the supervising teacher may book the lecture hall or an empty classroom.

  9. What will happen in the program? • Introduction takes place (ice-breakers) • Rules are stated (ex. respectful behaviour, no interruptions are made, no abusive language) • Mediator’s role is made clear • The conflict is clearly addressed • Mediators ensure that each person understands the other’s story and sees things from their perspective • I feel, I think, I want statements are addressed • A list of solutions is developed by the parties involved in the conflict • A contact is developed based on the list of solutions, and is signed by all parties involved in this conflict • A follow-up appointment is made where it is ensured that the solution outlined in the contract has been acted upon

  10. Training

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