Dispute Resolution Center of West Michigan

06/16/2026

Divorce and parenting decisions can be difficult—but they don’t have to be destructive.

Through family mediation, DRCWM helps couples and parents make thoughtful decisions about custody, parenting time, and financial arrangements without going to court.

Our mediators focus on what matters most: respectful dialogue, reduced conflict, and the well-being of your children.

Visit drcwcm.org for more information on our mediation services.

06/15/2026

Whether you're facing a disagreement over land use, debt, leases, family farm transitions, or USDA program decisions, Agricultural Mediation through the DRCWM offers a practical and respectful way to find common ground.

Learn more about the DRCWM and mediation at drcwm.org.

06/12/2026

Behavioral Health Mediation through DRCWM offers a neutral space for individuals, families, and providers to work through conflict constructively.

Whether navigating communication challenges, care decisions, or family concerns, mediation supports respectful dialogue and collaborative solutions.

Confidential. Voluntary. Solution-focused.

Learn more at drcwm.org

06/11/2026

Pins for Peace 2026 is here 🎳
Tickets and sponsorships are officially available!

Join us as we celebrate 40 years of building peace and bring our community together for a night of connection, fun, and impact.

📅 Saturday, October 10
⏰ 6:00–8:30 PM
📍 Spectrum Entertainment Complex
🎟️ Tickets & sponsorships available now: https://givebutter.com/pins-for-peace-2026

06/10/2026

Congratulations to the Women Lawyers for defending their title at the 42nd Annual Women Lawyers vs. Judges Charity Softball Game at LMCU Ballpark!

Our Executive Director, Christine Gilman, was proud to take part in this beloved West Michigan tradition. Here's to another great year of community, connection, and friendly competition!

06/10/2026

Community leadership in action!

We're proud to see one of our newest board members, Courtney Currie, actively involved in making a difference throughout West Michigan. Thank you for bringing your passion for service and community engagement to both DRCWM and the broader community.

Learn more about the DRCWM and our board members at drcwm.org

We are excited to welcome Courtney Currie as the new Program Director at the Refugee Education Center! Courtney brings a wealth of experience in facilitation, strategy, collaboration, and developing learning experiences that help create meaningful and lasting change. Throughout her career, she has been passionate about transforming systems to foster true inclusion, equity, and belonging.

Courtney is known for her thoughtful leadership style and her ability to bring people together through candor, curiosity, and compassion. We are thrilled to have her leadership supporting our programs and helping strengthen the ways we serve refugee children and families in West Michigan. Outside of work, Courtney enjoys cooking, reading, adventuring outdoors, and spending time discussing justice, equity, and inclusion with her partner and young adult children.

06/10/2026

Visit drcwm.org for more information on how we can peacefully resolve your agricultural dispute.

06/09/2026

Why do more people turn to mediation?

✔ It’s confidential
✔ It’s neutral
✔ It’s often faster and more affordable than legal action
✔ It gives people the power to shape their own solutions

At the DRCWM, we strive to resolve differences and restore relationships. Learn more about how mediation can help you at drcwm.org

06/04/2026

Behavioral Health Mediation through the DRCWM provides a neutral, structured space for individuals, families, and care providers to talk through difficult issues—whether related to treatment plans, communication breakdowns, family conflict, or care decisions.

This service is confidential, voluntary, and designed to support better outcomes for everyone involved.

Learn more about Behavioral Health Mediation at drcwm.org

06/03/2026

A recent West Michigan case highlights restorative justice in practice.
https://www.woodtv.com/news/grand-rapids/charges-dropped-in-attempted-grpd-doxxing-case/

“Given the facts, we felt this case would be appropriate for [a restorative justice conference]... after the meeting occurred, the victim was satisfied with what occurred and in the interests of justice, the case has been dismissed,” Becker said.

Learn more and support this work at drcwm.org

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