Presented by Dr. Borislava Manojlovic

Introducing our first multisession practice group!

The Interpersonal Conflict Resolution Practice Group aims to equip participants with practical skills for resolving conflicts in everyday life and interpersonal relationships. Each session will introduce different conflict resolution topics, followed by hands-on exercises, simulations, and skill-building activities. By the end of the program, participants will have developed a personalized toolkit for managing conflicts more effectively in their everyday lives.

Registrants are expected to attend all five sessions. The registration price is inclusive of all sessions.

These practice group sessions are interactive and a safe space for questions and honest feedback; registration will be capped at 25 participants and sessions will not be recorded.

The Details

Frequency: Five monthly sessions

Dates: December 8, 2025 | January 12, 2026 | February 24, 2026 | March 9, 2026 | April 13, 2026

Time: 6:00 - 7:30pm (Eastern Time)

Price: Free for ACR-GNY members | $100 for Non-ACR-GNY members | $50 for Students - Non-ACR-GNY members

Limited reduced rate scholarships available; email admin@acrgny.org to request.

Format: Virtual (Zoom)

Structure:

Introduction to the Topic: Brief overview of the month's conflict resolution theme (e.g., active listening, negotiation, managing emotions, nonviolent communication, etc.).

Skill-building Exercises: Interactive exercises where participants practice specific skills related to the topic.

Simulations: Role-playing scenarios where participants engage in conflict situations and apply learned skills.

Group Reflection and Discussion: Share experiences, challenges, and insights from the exercises and simulations.

Takeaways and Homework: Actionable tips for resolving conflicts in real-life situations and practice assignments to apply throughout the month.

Goals:

• Develop a deeper understanding of conflict dynamics in personal relationships.
• Cultivate communication skills that help manage and resolve conflicts.
• Practice applying techniques for handling conflicts constructively and with empathy.
• Build confidence in addressing and resolving interpersonal issues.

Expected Outcomes:

• Enhanced communication and conflict management abilities.
• Increased self-awareness in conflict situations.
• Stronger relationships through improved problem-solving and emotional regulation.

Dr. Borislava Manojlovic

Dr. Borislava Manojlovic is Senior Research Fellow and Professor at the Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution, George Mason University. She is an expert in peacebuilding, intercultural negotiation, transitional justice, and peace education. Before joining academia, she worked for over seven years on minority and reconciliation issues with the United Nations and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe in Croatia and Kosovo. She received her master’s degree from Brandeis University and her doctorate from George Mason University. Borislava is a recipient of the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award to Serbia for 2023/24.

ACR-GNY & CUNY Dispute Resolution Center at John Jay College present

Interfaith Solidarity in Times of Hate

PROFESSOR NAJEEBA SYEED

Najeeba Syeed is the inaugural El-Hibri endowed chair and executive director of the Interfaith Institute, and is a tenured and full professor of religion at Augsburg University. She is also a Senior Fellow at the Oxford Interfaith Forum.

Professor Syeed has served as a visiting professor at Yale and Mercer Universities and is a sought out advisor for programs around the country. She is an expert on Muslim-Jewish relations, and has worked extensively on Evangelical Christian and Muslim relations throughout the country, She served an Associate Professor of Interreligious Education and Director of the Center for Global Peacebuilding at Claremont School of Theology from 2010-2020. 

Najeeba also brings significant executive experience with organizations as an executive director focused on conflict resolution in community, higher education, and government settings, including the Western Justice Center Foundation and the Asian Pacific American Dispute Resolution Center. In 2021, she served as chief of staff to an elected member of the Los Angeles city council. She holds a law degree from the Indiana University. 

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