Center for Conflict Resolution

My work involves people who are in conflict with other people.  And what I do in my work involves creating space that allows those people to get a break from abrasive things that irritate and aggravate them into a painful conflict experience...

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Consider the words in I Corinthians 7 where Paul writes, "But if you marry, you have not sinned... But those who marry will face many troubles in this life..."  According to this passage married couples are going to have conflict.  Most married couples will testify to this fact, but there's more...

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Businesses and nonprofit organizations from all over Texas have taken advantage of the Duncum Center's facilities by renting various rooms for staff retreats, meetings, trainings, and lunches.  The Center's beautiful hardwood floors and elegant Texas-style décor provide for a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere.  More details about renting the Center for your next event...

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• March 2: Negotiation and Mediation.  Garry P. Bailey teaches a comprehensive study of the conceptual and interpersonal skills required to engage in effective negotiation and to serve as a mediator. Emphasis on development of interest-based negotiation and mediation skills with strategies assisting parties in the creation of opportunities for agreement. Online.
  
  
• March 6-7: Joe L. Cope will be the key note speaker at the National Christian Schools Association's annual conference. Richmond, VA.
  
  
• March 9: Identity, Culture and Conflict. Garry P. Bailey identifies conflict arising from assertion of individual and shared identity.  The course explores methods of managing conflict in cross-cultural environments through case study and application. Online.
  
  
• March 18: Joe L. Cope will speak to ACU staff and faculty at an Abundant Life brown bag lunch. Abilene, TX.
  

• March 27: Joe L. Cope will speak to West Texas Rehabilitation Center staff. Abilene, TX.

• March 31: Joe L. Cope will speak to West Texas Rehabilitation Center staff. San Angelo, TX.

• April 21: Negotiation and Mediation.  Matthew J. Dodd teaches a comprehensive study of the conceptual and interpersonal skills required to engage in effective negotiation and to serve as a mediator. Emphasis on development of interest-based negotiation and mediation skills with strategies assisting parties in the creation of opportunities for agreement. Online.
  
  
• May 4: Conflict Theory and Communication. Matthew J. Dodd prepares professionals for the field of conflict resolution.  Provides advanced opportunitites to analyze case studies, critique basic assumptions of conflict theories, and role-play appropiate behavior in conflict scenarios. Online