Six Rivers Dispute Resolution Center

04/28/2026

Join Our 1 Day Listening Skills & Conflict Resolution Workshop - this time in Goldendale!

Looking to boost your listening skills and handle conflicts like a pro? This in-person workshop is perfect for you! Spend a day diving into fun, interactive sessions that’ll help you understand others better and resolve tough situations with ease. Whether at work or in life, these skills will make a big difference. Come hang out, learn a ton, and leave feeling more confident and connected!

Date: Friday, May 29, 9:00 AM- 4:30 PM
Location: Mt. Adams Room, Klickitat County Services Building, 115 West Court St., Goldendale, WA
Cost: $45 + tax + Eventbrite service fee
Register at: https://tinyurl.com/4pe98mcd

03/05/2026

If you want to support community members resolving conflicts in peaceful ways and value that kind of homegrown ethic, please contact Washington state Representatives and ask them to restore our funding. Contact info below.

"When the state is actively investing in housing support, slashing a program that has been proven to reduce evictions and foreclosures and stabilize housing doesn’t make sense.

Cutting Dispute Resolution Center funding would cost the state more in the long run than maintaining current funding. Washington should follow the Senate proposal and restore funding to Dispute Resolution Centers to the level intended by the Legislature in the biennial budget." - Senator Paul Harris

Email Rep. Kevin Waters at [email protected] and Rep. David Stuebe at [email protected] to support community conflict resolution!

Thank you!
https://www.columbian.com/news/2026/feb/28/local-view-slash-doesnt-make-sense/

02/25/2026

Are you a natural at resolving conflicts between friends, family and co-workers?

Nurture those budding skills and join our next Basic Mediation Training this spring! Sign up for Spring 2026: https://tinyurl.com/mr24yu95

Learn more about the course: https://6rivers.org/training

Trainings Registration for our 40 hour, Spring 2026, Basic Mediation Training is now open! Register here. An invoice will be emailed to you after you register. This fun and highly interactive training will acquaint you with the philosophy, model, and skills needed in order to have a working knowledg...

01/28/2026

Want to make a real difference in the lives of community members? Want to work with colleagues who have heart and are committed to a more peaceful world? Maybe working with us is the answer!
📢 We’re hiring!📢

Learn more: https://6rivers.org/jobs

01/28/2026

Want to make a real difference in the lives of community members? Want to work with colleagues who have heart and are committed to a more peaceful world? Maybe working with us is the answer!

📢 We’re hiring!📢

Learn more: https://6rivers.org/jobs

10/20/2025

Wise words from an inspiring leader and community member - thanks for the shout out Patrick!

Commentary: Our country and our communities are experiencing division and polarization. We have already seen flashes of political violence. It has to stop.

09/11/2025

Join us for a one-day, interactive, in-person training designed to boost your emotional intelligence and help you navigate conflict with confidence.

In this workshop, you will:

> Sharpen your active listening skills to build deeper understanding

> Explore different conflict styles and how to respond effectively

> Learn to identify the underlying needs and interests beneath positions people express

Whether at work, at home, or in your community, these skills will help you communicate with clarity, empathy, and impact.

Friday, October 17, 2025
$95/person 🕘 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Riverview Room, Riverside Community Church, 317 State Street, Hood River, OR

There are a limited number of slots in the course available and we encourage you to complete this registration form and pay your registration fee (which will be sent to you as an invoice via email), as soon as you are able.

Registration form:

Strengthen Your Listening & Conflict Resolution Skills Friday, October 17 2025 $95/person 🕘 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM 📍 Riverview Room, Riverside Community Church, 317 State Street, Hood River, OR Join Six Rivers Dispute Resolution Center for a one-day, interactive, in-person training ...

09/10/2025

Have a public policy advocacy background? Help community conflict resolution centers like our across the state of Oregon: The University of Oregon is looking for an Advocacy Consultant to help Resolution Oregon with coalition and relationship building, and legislative engagement strategy. Learn more at: https://pcs.uoregon.edu/content/business-opportunities and look for "RFQ for Advocacy Consultant Services"

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08/06/2025

🚨 Now Seeking: Contracted Behavioral Health Clinician 🚨
We are looking for a compassionate, licensed mental health professional to join our Circles of Peace Restorative Justice Program as a back-up provider.

📍 Location: Hood River & Wasco Counties
⏳ Contract Period: Aug 2025 – Feb 2026 (with potential to extend)
🕐 Hours: ~5–10 hrs/month
💵 Pay: $100–$175/hr (DOE)

This is a part-time, flexible, contracted position. You'll play a key role in screening participants in-person and supporting community-based healing and accountability.

We’re looking for:
✔️ Licensed LCSW, LMFT, or LPC in Oregon (associates w/ clinical supervision may be considered)
✔️ Experience with safety assessments
✔️ Commitment to restorative values & cultural humility
✔️ Someone who wants to make a real impact

🌀 Circles of Peace is a proven, healing-centered approach to addressing harm and preventing reoffending—developed in partnership with NYU’s Center on Violence and Recovery.

👉 Learn more about the program here: https://6rivers.org/circles-of-peace/

📩 TO APPLY: Follow instructions at https://6rivers.org/jobs/ Applications accepted until filled.

Help us spread the word—tag a colleague or share with someone who might be a great fit!

03/17/2025

Circles of Peace Volunteer Training

Our Circles of Peace restorative justice program needs volunteers to bring their wisdom to the circle as Community Members. Research shows that the presence of Community Members in circle increases community safety.

We're offering a free training for people potentially interested in volunteering as Community Members in circle. The training is on Tuesday, April 8th, 12:30-4:30, in downtown The Dalles. More detail follows.

Learn more about Circles of Peace:
https://6rivers.org/circles-of-peace/

Training Details:

* Learn how to participate in Circles of Peace as a volunteer community member
* Gain tools for creating a positive impact in our community
* Tuesday, April 8th, 12:30-4:30 in downtown The Dalles.
* RSVP required

For more info or to RSVP, contact Ona by email at
OnaL @ 6rivers.org