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| WELCOME TO ACR UPDATE—the monthly e-newsletter sharing important conflict resolution news and organizational updates with ACR members. Your feedback is welcome! | |
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OVERVIEW OF ARTICLES June 1, 2007 |
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| [1] ACR Annual Conference – Phoenix, AZ – October 24-27, 2007 | |
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***Sponsorship – Advertising – Exhibiting*** Add your organization, business or academic institution to ACR’s circle of supporters by becoming a 2007 Annual Conference sponsor, advertiser or exhibitor. Sponsorship and conference brochure advertising deadline is June 22, 2007. View the many promotional opportunities and select those best for you, http://www.ACRnet.org/pdfs/AC2007ExhibitSponsorAdvertise.pdf. ***Keynote Speaker***
ACR
is pleased to announce the Seventh Annual Conference keynote address
by "The Art of No: How to Say No and Still Get to Yes" Perhaps the key skill needed in today’s world, argues the co-author of Getting to Yes, is the ability to say No. How can people set limits and stand up for what is important without damaging valuable relationships? How can the search for justice be combined with the search for peace? How can the process of saying No be combined with the process of getting to Yes?Brief Biography William
Ury directs the Global Negotiation Project at Harvard
University. He is co-author of Getting to Yes and author
of Getting Past No, Getting Disputes Resolved,
The Third Side, and most recently, The Power of a
Positive No. Over the past three decades, Dr. Ury has
mediated in conflicts from coalmine strikes to boardroom battles
to civil wars. Currently, he leads the Abraham Path Initiative,
which seeks to create a permanent path of tourism and pilgrimage
in the Middle East. ***Other Conference Highlights***
Make plans now to attend the Seventh Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona on October 24-27, 2007 "Spring Time in October"
From October until the end of April, with an average temperatures
ranging from 61 to 88 degrees, conference visitors can expect to
enjoy the greatest weather months in Phoenix, Arizona.
Top tips for taking precautions are: v Stay hydrated with liquids and wear appropriate clothing, such as a brimmed hat v Wear sun screen with a minimum SPF15, and apply at least 30 minutes prior to going outdoors v Infants, children and pets also need to be included when preparing for outdoor protection.
With common sense preparations completed, it’s time to venture forth
for some outdoor fun. After touring downtown Phoenix, there are other areas of interest for walking or taking a short hike:
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Piestewa Peak and Dreamy Draw - within driving distance There is so much to see and do in Phoenix—just be sure to bring comfortable shoes, a hat, bottled water, sunscreen and your camera. You’ll love the tours and the weather will seem like a second spring!
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| [2] Conflict Resolution Day 2007 | |
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¶¶¶SAVE
THE DATE¶¶¶
Conflict
Resolution Day is a grassroots celebration dedicated to
increasing public awareness of conflict resolution. In 2005 and
2006, ACR members and other conflict resolution practitioners
across the globe held a wide variety of events to mark the
occasion. Need some ideas on how you or your organization can participate this year? Read below to see how Maryland's Mediation and Conflict Resolution Office (MACRO) creatively celebrated Conflict Resolution Day the last two years. Maryland's Mediation and Conflict Resolution Office (MACRO) Since the inception of Conflict Resolution Day in 2005, MACRO has embraced the opportunity to celebrate conflict resolution and educate Maryland's citizens about its many benefits. In 2005, MACRO sponsored a youth art contest open to all Maryland public school students. All of the entries were hung in the Maryland Court of Appeals building in Annapolis. MACRO also used Conflict Resolution Day 2005 to officially unveil their poster series, "Mediation: It's Your Solution." 2006 brought a reprisal of MACRO's art contest, with over 300 entrants from across the state. Winning students and their families were invited to an opening ceremony and reception at the Annapolis courthouse. In addition, MACRO co-sponsored an event with the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore, titled, "A Jew, a Muslim and a Christian walk into an art museum together...No joke." Want some more ideas? The grassroots nature of Conflict Resolution Day encourages participants to be innovative, try new ideas and build upon past successes. To help you get started, visit www.ACRnet.org/crday to see a full listing of Conflict Resolution Day events in 2005 and 2006. And, don't forget to let ACR know about your plans for Conflict Resolution Day 2007 by e-mailing acr@ACRnet.org. Questions? Contact acr@ACRnet.org or Sharon Press at presss@flcourts.org. Want to order a Conflict Resolution Day poster? Each 12 x 18 reproduction of the Conflict Resolution Day image costs $5.00 (shipping included). To order, download a product order form and fax or mail with payment to ACR. |
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| [3] Chapter News | |
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Washington, DC
Dallas/Fort Worth
Greater New York
Maryland
 Are you making the most out of your ACR connections? ACR Chapter members broaden the membership experience by attending seminars and conferences and by networking with other members of the field. Meet your fellow practitioners, learn new techniques and explore all of your opportunities. Join an ACR Chapter today! For more information, go to www.ACRnet.org/chapters.
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| [4] Section News | |
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Environment and Public Policy
Workplace
International
Education
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Visit the ACR Master Calendar at www.ACRnet.org/webcalendar today!
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[6]
Member-Get-A-Member
Contest - Only Two Weeks Left!
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That’s right…you only have until June 15 to recruit a new member to ACR and become eligible to win free registration to the Annual Conference in Phoenix, AZ! All ACR members who have recruited a new member since November, 2006 will have their names entered into a drawing to win one free registration to the Seventh Annual Conference. To learn more about the Member-Get-A-Member contest, see the names of ACR recruiters and find out how you can earn discounts on your membership dues year-round, please visit http://mgm.ACRnet.org. ACR appreciates everyone who has participated in this year’s Member-Get-A-Member contest. By inviting new members to join, you play an important role in building a stronger ACR. |
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