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The full range of subjects covered across TheNeutrals.ORG™ Academy programmes — from core ADR methodology to specialist sector and skills training. All topics are available as standalone modules or integrated into custom programmes.

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Core methodology

INDS™, INE, GBI™

Skills

Mediation, arbitration, evaluation

Sectors

15+

Delivery

Modular or integrated

Programme modules

What you will learn.

Module 01

INDS™ Methodology

The six-stage Integrated Neutral Dispute System — all stages, four sub-frameworks (INDS-BF™, INDS-RG™, INDS-SFM™, INDS-SF™), quality standards, and INE report structure.

Module 02

Behavioural Conflict Dynamics

GBI™ framework — how commercial relationship conflicts form, the 10 behavioural signals, the micro-event model, and early intervention strategies.

Module 03

Mediation Skills

Joint and private sessions, mediation techniques, difficult parties, breaking deadlock, settlement agreement drafting.

Module 04

Arbitration Practice

Arbitral procedure, evidence, hearings, awards, New York Convention enforcement, ICDT administration.

Module 05

Negotiation & Settlement

Interest-based negotiation, settlement feasibility assessment using INDS-SFM™, closing the gap.

Module 06

ADR Clause Drafting

Effective ADR clauses for commercial contracts — specifying procedure, jurisdiction, neutral qualification, and institutional reference.

Who this is for

Built for practitioners at every stage.

Whether you are entering the neutral profession, developing an existing practice, or building institutional capability — TheNeutrals.ORG™ Academy programmes give you the structured knowledge and credentials to progress.

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Lawyers & legal practitioners entering or developing neutral practice
HR professionals managing workplace conflict
Procurement & commercial teams handling supplier disputes
Business leaders wanting ADR literacy without legal specialism
Next-Gen Neutral™ candidates completing the INDS™ methodology training requirement
Accredited Neutral™ candidates fulfilling continuing professional development obligations

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World Neutrals Summit 2026

Barcelona.
August 2026.

The global neutral profession's defining annual gathering.

$985 Neutral Pass $1595 Speaker Pass

Venue

Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower

Gran Via 144, 08907
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona

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Priority registration

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