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World Neutrals Summit 2026 — Barcelona · August 2026 · 89 spots remaining

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Verification & Standards

Integrity you can trust.

Anyone can call themselves a mediator or arbitrator. But not everyone can be trusted as a neutral.

At THE NEUTRALS, entry into The Neutrals Bench requires rigorous verification and an ongoing commitment to international standards of practice. This ensures that when you appoint a neutral, you can trust their independence, impartiality, and professionalism.

Verification Process

  1. Credentials Review → qualifications, jurisdictional recognition, sector expertise.

  2. Conflict & Independence Check → mandatory disclosure of conflicts of interest.

  3. Ethics Commitment → pledge to impartiality, confidentiality, and professionalism.

  4. Peer Endorsement → reviewed by senior members of The Bench.

  5. Ongoing Oversight → Continuous monitoring throughout the certification period.

Standards We Uphold

  • Independence → neutrals have no financial or relational bias.

  • Impartiality → neutrals never act as advocates for a side.

  • Confidentiality → strict protocols protect sensitive information.

  • Competence → only trained and credible professionals are admitted.

  • International Best Practice → aligned with global norms (UNCITRAL, New York Convention, mediation frameworks).

Oversight & Accountability

  • All neutrals operate under The Neutrals Ethics Council.

  • Breaches of independence or ethics are investigated promptly.

  • Non-compliance may result in suspension or removal from The Bench.

View The Neutrals Bench

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Apply for Certification

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Read Our Ethics & Standards Code (link to Bylaws/Ethics doc)

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World Neutrals Summit 2026
Barcelona.
August 2026.
The global neutral profession's defining annual gathering.
$985 Neutral Pass $1095 Delegate Pass $1595 Speaker Pass
Venue
Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower
Gran Via 144, 08907
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona
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