Series 5: Creating Safe Spaces Via ADR: How can Employees in the US Report Discrimination, Harassment & Bullying without fear of losing their jobs with Ed Watt (video/podcast).

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Title: Series 5: Creating Safe Spaces Via ADR: How can Employees in the US Report Discrimination, Harassment & Bullying without fear of losing their jobs with Ed Watt.

Introduction

I was privileged to engage in a stimulating and thought-provoking conversation with Ed Watt on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid/Podcast Show. He started his forty (40) year career in transportation as a front-line worker at the New York City Transit Authority (NYCTA). He rose to the position of Financial Secretary of the largest transit local in North America. Mr Watt is currently the principal of WattADR, an alternative dispute resolution practice. He mediates in Queens County and Long Island Dispute Resolution Centers and assists in training new mediators in the above DRCs and at Hofstra Law School.

He wears many hats, so I left the link to his profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-watt-06b8a811.

Questions Analysed

In this series, we conducted a comprehensive analysis of the efficacy of Appropriate/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in addressing workplace bullying, discrimination, and harassment, focusing on safeguarding employees from such misconduct. Mr. Watt provided a lucid definition of a toxic workplace and elaborated on its connection to Donna Hick’s theory for remedying toxic work environments. We explored the legal framework and employer’s obligations to prevent and address workplace discrimination, bullying, and harassment while examining strategies to encourage reporting these incidents through ADR. Additionally, we highlighted common barriers that deter employees from reporting, such as the fear of retaliation from HR/organisation or their employers.

Ed contributed insightful perspectives on how organisations can foster a culture of inclusion and diversity that empowers employees to report bullying, discrimination, or harassment. He offered insights from his encounter/ experience with bullying, discrimination, and harassment, highlighting the cultural factors that play a role in these issues. He specifically delved into the impact of broader cultural influences, citing immigration and using the US and UK as examples.

Conclusion

Finally, Ed acknowledged that most people are not trained on dignity at the workplace; he presented a constructive solution to assist employees in creating safe spaces through ADR to effectively address workplace challenges.

 

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If you have experienced workplace bullying, discrimination and harassment, do not stay silent. Connect with me on #Linkedin and share your story via DM. Together, we can bring awareness to these issues and work towards creating a more equitable and respectful workplace for all via ADR. Your voice matters!—-Dr Chi Egbunike

 

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I had an incredible time recording ‘Series 5, Creating Safe Spaces Via ADR: How Can Employees in the US Report Discrimination, Harassment, and Bullying without Fear of Losing Their Jobs with Ed Watt.’ #youtubeshorts #shorts

 

I had an incredible time recording ‘Series 5, Creating Safe Spaces Via ADR: How Can Employees in the US Report Discrimination, Harassment, and Bullying without Fear of Losing Their Jobs with Ed Watt.’

Coming out soon on all podcast platforms and #youtubechannel @Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid/Podcast Show.

Please check out the #shorts I made: https://youtube.com/shorts/COjcPZ16MZ…

Mr Watt shared an insightful quote that sheds light on the challenges of litigation:

‘Litigation is prevalent, often taking years and benefiting those with financial resources. It would take around eight years to pursue a lawsuit, involving significant costs and possibly reaching the Supreme Court, with legal fees climbing to approximately $100,000. This is prohibitively expensive for many people, so alternative methods such as mediation have been adopted in various places as a more cost-effective solution.’

Enjoy the rest of the weekend!

Sending you love, peace and light,

C

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The State of Appropriate Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Trinidad and Tobago with Justice Dr Anthony Gafoor, FCIArb

Looking forward to the podcast session with Justice Dr Anthony Gafoor on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid / Podcast Show.
He is the Chief Judge of the Tax Appeal Court of Trinidad and Tobago.
Justice Dr Anthony Gafoor is also the Branch Chair of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Ciarb) Caribbean Branch and a certified Mediator and Arbitrator.
 Stay Tuned! 
 #adr #podcast #awareness #research #interview #technology #digitaltechnology #tax #appeal #court #highereducation #lawschool #diversity #video #audio #youtube #reform #justice #inclusion #ciarb #accesstojustice #letsmakeadrgoviral #viral #trinidad #tobago #caribbean #southamerica #latinamerica #africa #europe #northamerica #asia #austrialia #britishpodcastawards

Ombuds Day 2024 | Exploring the AI Landscape: Challenges and Opportunities for Ombuds

This year, the Ombuds Day Subcommittee is excited to host an event entitled Exploring the AI Landscape: Challenges and Opportunities for Ombuds. This engaging and wide-ranging discussion will include perspectives from different ombuds sectors, and will center around the impact that artificial intelligence will have on the future of the ombuds profession.

With the help of a facilitator, reactors representing various approaches to ombudsing will engage in thoughtful discussion and deliberation regarding the challenges and the opportunities that AI will present for our work. We hope that this conversation will help our profession to think differently, challenge assumptions, and identify areas for growth and change that new technologies will present.

Date & Time: Oct 10, 2024, 06:00 PM in London.

You can register with the link below:

https://americanbar.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_irDTdZcDS-uj-f2vUSC8Xw#/registration

#alternativedisputeresolution #appropriatedisputeresolution #DisputeResolution #ombudsman #Ombudsperson #ombuds #ombudsday #letsmakeadrgoviral #viral #world #africa #northamerica #southamerica #LatinAmerican #europe #asia #australia

Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid / Podcast Show Quotes August 2024 By Chinwe Egbunike

‘When someone is placed under guardianship, it means that someone has submitted a petition to the court explaining why the person needs protection. In most cases, these petitions are approved, and the guardianship process begins.

The person under guardianship is referred to as an incapacitated ward of the court, and all their assets are placed under the court’s control. This includes their property, investments, land, homes, cars, art collection, and more, which are all put into the name of the appointed guardian.

In the US, state courts are responsible for confiscating approximately $50 billion worth of assets each year through guardianship and conservatorship processes.

Since the average guardianship or conservatorship lasts around six years, this represents a significant sum of around $300 billion that is under the control of others at any given time’-Diane Dimond.

On the EVA Show 2024-
We’re Here to Help: When Guardianship Goes Wrong with Author ♦ Diane Dimond ♦ -Can ADR Help?

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#Bookrecommendation on my new book, ‘Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Comparative Perspectives: Nigeria, the UK, and the US’ By Hon. Justice Nelson Ogbuanya, FCIArb. (Lond.) FCTI ‘

I am excited to share a #bookrecommendation on my new book, ‘Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Comparative Perspectives: Nigeria, the UK, and the US.’ It’s written (see the screenshot below) by Hon. Justice Nelson Ogbuanya, FCIArb. (Lond.) FCTI. He is a #judge of the National Industrial Court of Nigeria and a guest on the EVA Vid/podcast Show.

Gratitude, My Lord!

Order a copy of my new book via the #springer link- https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-57476-4 #amazon- https://www.amazon.co.uk/Appropriate-Dispute-Resolution-Comparative-Perspectives/dp/3031574753

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Series 5-Creating Safe Spaces via ADR: How can Employees in Canada Report Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying Without Fear of Losing their Jobs with Blaine Donais

Looking forward to the podcast session with Prof Blaine Donais, B.A., LL.B., LL.M. (ADR), RPDR, C.MED, WFA on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid/Podcast Show. He is the president and founder of the Workplace Fairness Institute and author of ‘Workplaces That Work and Engaging Unionized Employees’ (published by Canada Law Book), as well as the WFI WHITE PAPER on ‘Workplace Conflict Management in Canada.’

He has spent many years improving working relationships in public and private sectors. He authored the ‘Donais Fairness Theory: that Fairness Excellence can be measured and achieved in any workplace.’

Blaine is presently an Adjunct Professor of ‘Workplace Dispute Resolution’ at Atkinson College, York University, Toronto.

Stay Tuned!

#appropriatedisputeresolution #workplace #interview #conflict #accesstojustice #WorkplaceConflict #hr #whitepaper #bullyingawareness #discrimination #harassment #organisation #jobs #atkinsoncollege #YorkUniversity #employment #employees #employment #technology #world #DigitalTechnology #Diversity #InclusiveWorkplace #adjunctprofessor #highereducation #letsmakeadrgoviral #viral #canada #toronto #northamerica

The International Family Mediation Project (IFMP) is seeking input from family mediators worldwide

International Family Mediation Project (IFMP) is reaching out to mediators globally who practice family mediation; we want to hear from you about your process and what style/models you use.
We are particularly interested to hear from mediators who offer international family mediation so that we can identify which models/styles and mediation process models work best for international families in the cross-border context. If you are interested in providing feedback to us, please contact me (Chinwe) at chinweumegbolu@gmail.com.
Click the link below to learn more about who we are:
https://internationalfamilymediation.com/
#alternativedisputeresolution #appropriatedisputeresolution #family #familymediation #mediation #international #internationalfamily #internationalfamilies #internationalfamilymediationproject #IFMP #model #style #mediator

#bookrecommendation on my new book, Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Comparative Perspectives: Nigeria, the UK, and the US. By Mohamad Radwan Al Omar

I am excited to share a #bookrecommendation on my new book, Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Comparative Perspectives: Nigeria, the UK, and the US. It’s written (see the screenshot below) by Mohamad Radwan Al Omar.

He serves as the policy vice-chair of the Middle East committee of the International Law Section of the American Bar Association (ABA), and he is an International mediator representing the # Arab region. He has also been president of the Lebanese Assembly for Inclusive Development. Additionally, he is an international lawyer and an ADR advocate and was a guest on the EVA Vid /Podcast Show.

Feel free to order the book via #springer: https://link.springer.com/book/10.100…

Gratitude, Moh!

 

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