Ontario Association for Family Mediation - Family Mediation Association

Provincial professional association dedicated to advancing excellence in family mediation across Ontario

• supports family mediators through accreditation, education, professional development and advocacy
• promotes mediation as a family-centred approach to resolving conflict and building better outcomes for children and families

Provides support to professionals who provide:

• Family Mediation for separation and divorce
• Intergenerational Mediation to help families navigate conflicts involving aging parents, adult children, caregiving, inheritance, communication and family relationships
• Child Protection Mediation to support collaborative decision-making between families and child protection agencies

Services include:

• accreditation for family mediators
• professional training and continuing education
• conferences, webinars and networking opportunities
• resources, publications and best practice guidelines
• searchable online directory to help the public find qualified family mediators across Ontario
• advocacy for accessible, high-quality family dispute resolution services

Members include mediators, lawyers, mental health professionals, financial professionals, social workers, educators and other professionals committed to helping families resolve conflict respectfully and constructively

• Individuals and families seeking family mediation services, including those experiencing separation and divorce, parenting disputes, child protection matters or intergenerational family conflict
• Professionals interested in family mediation membership, education or accreditation through OAFM are also eligible to access the association's programs and services

• For families seeking mediation: Visit OAFM's online "Find a Mediator" directory to locate an accredited family mediator or mediation professional in the closest area. Contact the mediator directly to discuss situation, availability, fees, and next steps
• For professionals: Individuals interested in becoming an OAFM member or pursuing accreditation can visit the OAFM website to review the membership and accreditation requirements and submit an online application. OAFM staff are available to answer questions and assist applicants throughout the process

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