Part 2 of our mediation special starts off with the practical question of how you might get a mediator, or suggest to someone that mediation might be a helpful way forward. We look at things to bear in mind while doing that, and finally how mediation techniques can help us counteract polarisation.

Where to find a mediator:

Email us at unlockingconflict@crux.org.uk if you have any questions and we can point you in the right direction.

Family mediation: https://www.familymediationcouncil.org.uk/

Civil & commercial mediation: https://civilmediation.org/mediator-search/

Community mediation:

Drop us an email unlockingconflict@crux.org.uk and we can signpost you to local mediation charities in London

Or you can search in your local area,

Or find a mediator on https://civilmediation.org/mediator-search/

If you live in the London boroughs of Wandsworth, Islington or Camden, our community mediation services can help you for free:

Wandsworth: www.wandsworthmediation.co.uk

Camden & Islington: www.crux.org.uk 

Help for individuals 

The Men's Advice Line offers support for men experiencing domestic violence from a partner, ex-partner or other family members. Call the confidential free helpline on 0808 801 0327, Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.

Women's aid protects women from domestic violence. Call their 24-hour helpline on 0808 2000 247.

You can talk to Childline about anything. Call them for free on 0800 1111 or visit their website.

Relate is an affordable relationship and sex counselling service. 0300 100 1234