23 April 2026

The University of Georgia Invites You to a Workshop

Conflict Management and Mediation in the School Environment

Workshop Objectives

The main objective of the workshop is to strengthen participants’ professional competencies in conflict management and mediation within the school environment. During the session, participants will explore practical approaches to conflict prevention, constructive resolution, and the creation of a positive learning environment.

Target Audience

• Teachers
• School safety officers
• Parents

Moderators: Nata Sturua, Megi Kavtuashvili, Tornike Shevardnadze, Rezi Tabatadze

Key Topics

The workshop will cover the following topics:

• The nature of conflict and its types in the school environment
• Causes of conflict (student–student, student–teacher, and school–parent)
• Conflict management strategies
• The importance and principles of mediation
• Stages of the mediation process
• Effective communication techniques (active listening, empathy, and assertiveness)
• Practical case studies and role-playing exercises

Workshop Format

The workshop will be interactive and include:

• Presentations
• Group work
• Discussions
• Role-playing exercises
• Analysis of real-life cases

Expected Outcomes

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

• Correctly identify different types of conflict
• Apply effective communication techniques
• Put the mediation process into practice
• Manage conflict situations constructively
• Create a safe and supportive school environment

Certificates will be awarded to participants at the end of the event.

🔗 To participate, please register here: https://forms.gle/qENyUD4QZhERazzA7

Date: 8 May, 16:00

Venue: The University of Georgia, building IV, room 519, 77a M. Kostava Str., Tbilisi, Georgia