Mediation Network of North Carolina
Mission Statement
The mission of the Mediation Network of North Carolina is to promote, strengthen and support community mediation programs in North Carolina through volunteer board development, accountability, visibility, and resource development.
The purpose of the Mediation Network of North Carolina is:
(a) to strengthen and support community mediation programs in North Carolina, to facilitate communication, understanding, reconciliation and settlement of conflict in communities, courts and schools;
(b) to promote voluntary resolution of disputes by use of an orderly process of mediation and conciliation by trained mediators;
(c) to promote policy on issues which affect and strengthen community mediation programs;
(d) to promote education, training, and research on mediation issues;
(e) to enhance public awareness of mediation as an alternative and/or adjunct to judicial resolution of disputes;
(f) to solicit, accept and receive funds from any and all private and public sources to be used in furtherance of the goals of the Mediation Network of North Carolina;
(g) to assist in development of new community-based mediation programs;
(h) to act as a clearinghouse for exchange of information and services among community mediation programs; and,
(i) to promote practices which enhance standards of practice and quality of service provided by member centers.
Our Vision
We envision communities empowered to resolve conflict peacefully, wholesome environments where productive communication and mutual respect are the norm. Our vision embraces the diversity that enriches our communities and schools and fosters mutual respect.
Mediation Network of North Carolina
PO Box 648
Siler City, NC 27344
919-663-5650
mnnc@mnnc.org