ACR is proud to present the 2007 Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona. The program features high quality educational sessions on a wide variety of timely topics and enjoyable events to share with colleagues and friends. There is plenty to inspire both experienced practitioners and those new to the conflict resolution field. Some of the highlights include the following:

Conference Institutes providing specialty and in-depth training on many topics.

Advanced Commercial Mediation Institute II, a 2-day institute for experienced commercial mediators building on last year's very successful event.

International Day offering engaging sessions on international conflict resolution issues and practices presented by speakers from around the world.

Over 150 informative and enriching conference sessions including skills training, advanced practice workshops and thought provoking mini-plenary sessions.

Keynote address by William L. Ury, Ph.D., renowned authority on negotiation and dispute resolution.

Special workshop series on topics such as:

• Applying neurobiology research to ADR
  
  

• The arts and conflict resolution practice
  
  
• Taking our work overseas
  
  
• Southwestern dispute resolution practices
  
  
• Diversity and equity discussions
  
  
• Advanced workplace issues
  

Special events providing opportunities to relax, network, meet new colleagues, and reconnect with acquaintances and friends.

• Western Welcome Reception

• Exhibitors Reception

• Silent Auction

• Sections Fiesta

• Presidential Luncheon

Opportunities to explore Phoenix and the amazing Arizona sights.

See related web pages for details.