Professor Sukhsimranjit Singh Presents "The Power of Apology" -- Multi-Door Dispute Resolution Division of the DC Superior Court

Professor Sukhsimranjit Singh presented "The Power of Apology" for the Multi-Door Dispute Resolution Division of the Washington, DC Superior Court. The remote presentation was made to attendees in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. The session was hosted by Emmett J. Ward, the ADR training manager at the Multi-Door Dispute Resolution Division.

During the presentation, Dr. Singh explored the profound impact of apologies in conflict resolution, highlighting how a sincere apology can defuse tension, foster understanding, and pave the way for reconciliation. He discussed the elements of an effective apology, cultural considerations, the psychological effects on both the giver and the receiver, and shared practical strategies for incorporating apologies into mediation.

The Multi-Door Dispute Resolution Division regularly hosts presentations for their volunteer mediators, who come from diverse backgrounds and professions in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.