NYSDRA Blog

On August 10, the non-profit organization Center for Dispute Settlement is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a Gala event! The Gala will be an opportunity for staff (past and present), volunteers, and community members to celebrate CDS’ tradition of community building and dispute

Dispute Resolution Center (DRC) is an organization that specializes in conflict resolution and mediation services. Donna Ramlow, the Executive Director of DRC, has been a driving force in the field of alternative dispute resolution for many years. Her unwavering commitment to

Sarah Rudgers-Tysz, executive director of Mediation Matters, works in one of the mediation rooms at the organization's office on Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, in Albany, N.Y. Paul Buckowski/Times Union Conflict — an inescapable gremlin that follows us to work, home and into our dreams

The New York State Legislature convenes from January 5, 2022 through June 2, 2022. During this six-month period, legislators hear from constituents and advocacy groups about various policy priorities and vote on bills. The legislature also reviews the Executive Budget Proposal by the Governor that was released on January 18, 2022.