Maadhyam International Council for Conflict Resolution

28/01/2026

Data Privacy Day: Where Data Privacy Meets Peaceful Resolution

On Data Privacy Day, we reflect on India’s evolving framework for personal data protection under the DPDP Act, 2023, which emphasizes trust, responsibility, and efficiency.

The Act introduces mediation as a mechanism to resolve personal data related disputes, allowing parties to reach mutually acceptable solutions while upholding trust and collaboration.

At Maadhyam, we are committed to upholding confidentiality, protecting personal data, enabling responsible dispute resolution, and fostering a culture of trust in the digital ecosystem.

Let us shape a digital future where personal data is safeguarded, trust is nurtured, and disputes are resolved through collaboration.

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27/11/2025

Maadhyam’s 6-Day Hybrid Mediation Training
(16th–17th and 20th–23rd November 2025)
Maadhy`am has successfully concluded a transformative 6-day hybrid Mediation Training Programme, strengthening our mission to build mediation capacity and nurture the next generation of conflict resolution professionals.
Key Highlights:
Global Expertise, Unified Vision
A distinguished faculty from India, Singapore, and the USA led the programme, reflecting Maadhyam’s commitment to integrating global best practices with India’s evolving mediation ecosystem.
International & National Faculty Included:
• Singapore: Mr. Viswa Sadasivam, Ms. Low Lih Jeng
• USA: Mr. Sukhsimranjit Singh
• India: Ms. Susheela Sarathi, Mr. A.J. Jawad, Ms. Prachi Mehta, Mr. Nikhil Naren, Ms. Radhika Shapoorjee, Mr. Rajiv Virmani, Mr. Rocky R. Gupta
Supported by Maadhyam’s accomplished trainers:
Mr. A.S. Chandhiok, Ms. Neelam Rathore, Ms. Sarika Gandhi, Mr. Atul Batra, Ms. Jasbir Kaur, Ms. Puja Anand, Ms. Sakshi Vijay, Ms. Amita Sehgal, Mr. Sumit Chander and Ms. Puja Jain.
Immersive Learning Experience
Participants engaged in intensive theory sessions, dynamic role plays, and observation-led mentoring, receiving personalised guidance that enriched both skill and perspective.
Participant Reflections
Delegates shared how the programme’s structured rigor, compassion-driven approach, and hands-on methodology deeply shaped their understanding of effective mediation.
The presence of Hon’ble Mr. Justice Subramoniam Prasad, Hon’ble Mr. Justice Anup Bhambhani, and Hon’ble Ms. Justice Neena Bansal Krishna, Judges of the High Court of Delhi, added profound value, broadening participants’ vision of the role and potential of Mediation.
Moving the Mediation Movement Forward
Through this programme, Maadhyam continues to:
• strengthen the culture of dialogue and peaceful dispute resolution,
• foster excellence among emerging mediators, and
• uphold a legacy of meaningful conflict resolution.
We express our sincere gratitude to our esteemed trainers and enthusiastic participants for their trust and commitment.
Maadhyam remains dedicated to guiding the next generation of peace builders.


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17/07/2025

Maadhyam Expands to South India!
Another milestone in our journey towards accessible justice.
On 5th July, 2025, ' The Maadhyam-SSL Mediation and Conflict Resolution Centre' was inaugurated at Saveetha School of Law, Chennai, marking Maadhyam's footprint in Souther India.
A Memorendum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between Maadhyam and Saveetha Scool of Law-ranked #13 in India and #1 in Tamil Nadu as per NIRF 2024.
This impactful collaboration is a step forward in strengthening access to justice for communities across rural Tamil Nadu through structured mediation and Conflict resolution mechanisms.

11/07/2025

" Emerging Role of Mediation in Conflict Resolution in India."
5th-6th July 2025.

Maadhyam, in collaboration with Surana & Surana International Attorneys, convened a powerful two-day dialogue on " Emerging Role of Mediation in Conflict Resolution in India.". The event brought together a distinguished gathering of senior mediators, retired judges, business leaders, and other associations from across Tamil Nadu. Participants included members from: Hindustan Chamber of Commerce, Rajasthan Youth Association, Jains International Trade Organisation, Institute of Facilitators, Faculty and students from School of Excellence in Law and M.O.P. Vaishnav College (MIND – Mediation, Inclusion, and Negotiation Dynamics), a think tank shaping future policy conversations also attended the conference.

Several interactive technical sessions on aspects of ‘Process of Mediation’ including ‘Philiosophy of Mediation’, ‘Communication and Negotiation skills’ and ‘Prevention and management of conflict in families and businesses’ were conducted by Senior Mediation Trainers of Maadhyam alongwith Mr V. Narasimhan, International facilitator and founder and CEO, ITERUM and Mr. Vinod Surana managing partner and CEO of Surana and Surana. The sessions were very well received by all present and culminated in engaging discussions. The depth of discussion and enthusiastic participation reaffirmed the growing relevance of mediation in both commercial and community contexts.

We commend Surana & Surana International Attorneys for hosting this initiative — a true reflection of their commitment to using legal expertise not only for professional excellence, but also for societal transformation.

08/07/2025

🌟 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! 🌟
We are thrilled to announce 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗩𝗜 of the 𝗦𝗮𝗱𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗗𝗥 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 – 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼�
MARK YOUR CALENDAR & REGISTER
📅 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: 26th July
🕘 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 9:00 AM
📍 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲: Gulmohar, India Habitat Centre
🔹 Inaugurated by 𝗛𝗼𝗻’𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗿. 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗷𝗮𝘀 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮, Judge, High Court of Delhi
🔹 Featuring a stellar faculty lineup of Senior Advocates and Professors
🔹 Dive into critical insights on the evolving 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁, 𝟭𝟵𝟵𝟲.
𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁, 𝟭𝟵𝟵𝟲𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗡𝗼𝗻-𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 & 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀
💻 Register Now: https://www.maadhyaminternational.com/event-registration-new.php?url_key=maadhyam-adr-learning-series-on-arbitration-part-i-episode-vI
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with the best minds in the ADR landscape!
📞 Contact: Ms. Puja Jain | 📧 [email protected]

07/07/2025

Maadhyam Goes South
Another milestone has been achieved by setting its footprint in Southern India.
‘ The Maadhyam–SSL Mediation and Conflict Resolution Centre’ in collaboration with Saveetha School of Law, Chennai was inaugurated on 5th July 2025.
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Maadhyam and Saveetha School of Law. This impactful collaboration will strengthen the access to justice for several villages in Tamil Nadu.
Saveetha School of Law is ranked 13 among All India Law Universities and 1st in Tamil Nadu as per the NIRF Ranking 2024. It is accredited by NAAAC with an A++ grade recognized by the Bar Council of India and approved by UGC.

Dr. Asha Sundaram, Principal, Saveetha School of Law and Dr Ashwini Kumar Pro Vice Chancellor, SIMATS mentioned:
“This Centre reflects our commitment to empowering students not just with knowledge, but with tools to transform lives and resolve conflict peacefully.”

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02/07/2025

🌟 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! 🌟
We are thrilled to announce 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗩𝗜 of the 𝗦𝗮𝗱𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗗𝗥 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 – 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗜!

📅 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: 26th July
🕘 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 9:00 AM
📍 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲: Gulmohar, India Habitat Centre

🔹 Inaugurated by 𝗛𝗼𝗻’𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗿. 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗷𝗮𝘀 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮, Judge, High Court of Delhi
🔹 Featuring a stellar faculty lineup of Senior Advocates and Professors
🔹 Dive into critical insights on the evolving 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁, 𝟭𝟵𝟵𝟲.

𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁, 𝟭𝟵𝟵𝟲𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗡𝗼𝗻-𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 & 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

💻 Register Now: https://www.maadhyaminternational.com/event-registration-new.php

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with the best minds in the ADR landscape!

📞 Contact: Ms. Puja Jain | 📧 [email protected]

28/04/2025

Maadhyam celebrates the life of Sadhana Ramachandran, its founding member

28/04/2025

🎓✨ Join us as we celebrate a year of growth and achievements at the Valedictory Session of the Maadhyam Youth Forum in association with Peer Mediation Club MH!
🌟 Highlights include Certificate Distribution, Release of the Annual Magazine, and Farewell & Induction of the New Union.

Special Guests:

Adv. Amita Sehgal (Internationally Accredited Mediator/Lawyer/Mediation Trainer)

Dr. Parnika Sharma (Psychologist and Life Skills Trainer)

Adv. Nikita Vir (Civil Lawyer)

Let’s come together to celebrate, honor, and welcome new beginnings! 🌼
For queries: [email protected]

14/04/2025

Celebrating Unity in Diversity 🕊️

At Maadhyam - International Council for Conflict Resolution, we honor the beauty of India’s rich cultural tapestry.

As the nation celebrates Baisakhi, Puthandu, Vishu, Pohela Boishakh, Bohag Bihu, and Pana Sankranti, we extend our warmest wishes to everyone!

May these regional New Year celebrations bring peace, prosperity, and harmony to all. Let’s embrace diversity and continue working towards a world united in understanding and mutual respect.

🌸 Happy Festivities from Team Maadhyam! 🌸

13/04/2025

06/04/2025

🌾 Happy Baisakhi! 🌾
Maadhyam International Council for Conflict Resolution wishes everyone a joyful and prosperous Baisakhi!

As we celebrate the harvest and new beginnings, may the dhol's rhythm, the festivity colors, and the sweetness of jaggery bring peace, unity, and delight into your lives.

✨ "May the sweetness of jaggery and the crunch of nuts fill your life with delight." ✨