WHEN TO RECOMMEND US
- Do you work closely with farmers and others in the agricultural community?
- Do you see interpersonal or financial problems that are likely to escalate out of control and threaten the viability of a farm?
- Do you know someone who is stuck in unproductive conflict?
- Are you a problem solver?
- When you are working with people on both sides of a conflict, do they think you are taking sides?
- Do you find that one or both parties refuse to consider your ideas or suggestions?
- Do you feel that you may not have the conflict management skills and experience you need to help people reach solutions and move on?
- Does your professional role limit your ability to intervene?
- Do you know a farmer who is worried about getting sued?
If so, then NYSAMP could be a valuable resource for you. With NYSAMP, the referral process is simple and the assistance provided is prompt, flexible and personalized.
Mediators are trained to work with a wide variety of disputes. While it may be wise to use mediation before conflict escalates, mediation can help in situations that involve a lot of people, complicated subject matter, strong emotions, public or private matters.
Those who refer others to mediation may continue be involved as advisors or advocates, and may be a welcome addition to the mediation. Since mediation is voluntary, it is up to the parties involved to decide who will attend.