Knowing how to have a growth mindset, how to look at conflicts as a source of innovation and personal and organizational success, will give you a competitive advantage in the job market and allow you to collaborate more effectively in your studies or work.
The program offers students reference tools and practices for conflict resolution, through an innovative teaching experience focused on developing the soft skills and hard skills needed today.
Also integrate different workshops with specific themes that will allow participants to have an experience of interactive learning, building relationships and problem-solving skills.
Using the techniques and process of mediation is not exclusive knowledge of the legal world, but knowledge that takes into account the true human needs in any area of activity.
Participants will be awarded 3 ECTS credits upon completion of the Summer Program.
Friday| July 10
Opening Session
Formal welcome remarks by representatives of the UCP and ICFML, introducing the program and marking the start of the week.
Negotiation Theory and Practice
A dynamic dive into negotiation foundations. Discover proven models and practical tools to sharpen your approach in any situation.
Step by Step Mediation Process
See mediation come to life. Through a guided video and expert insights, this session takes you step by step through the process, giving you a clear and practical understanding of how mediation really works.
Mediation Deep Dive Basic Mediation Techniques
Spend the day building your mediation skills - from mindset to advanced techniques. The morning covers core principles and the mediator’s role in guiding dialogue. In the afternoon, apply practical tools to handle impasses, emotions, and communication blocks.Whether you're just beginning or looking to enhance your skills, this immersive experience offers a comprehensive path to becoming a more confident, capable mediator.
Organizational Ethics: Can “Good”People Behave Unethically?
Why do well-intentioned people sometimes make questionable decisions? Dive into the hidden dynamics of ethical dilemmas in organizations and challenge your assumptions.
Saturday | July 11
Workshop Commercial Mediation Fischbowl
Get hands-on with real-world commercial disputes. Build practical skills, test strategies, and learn how to navigate complex negotiations with confidence. Step into a dynamic, interactive conversation. Engage, observe, and contribute as ideas flow in a unique format designed to spark insight and collaboration.
Mediation Advocacy Basics and theory
Gain a deeper understanding of the lawyer’s role in mediation and how to support clients with empathy and strategic insight. This session offers an in-depth exploration of how legal representatives can operate within a non-adversarial framework—guiding clients through the mediation process while promoting resolution, empowerment, and constructive outcomes.
Workshop Mediation Advocacy: Sit down and prepare with your client
Work alongside experts in this interactive workshop to prepare for mediation with a client—focusing on strategy, communication, and trust-building. Participants will be guided through practical steps to help clients feel informed and empowered, with special attention on aligning mediation strategy and establishing a foundation of trust for successful outcomes.
Sunday | July 12
Free time
Monday | July 13
Intercultural mediation mediation arbitration judicial hybrid proceedings for commercial disputes
Navigate conflict across cultures with confidence. Explore how values, communication styles, and perspectives shape disputes—and how to bridge them effectively.
Conflict culture and conflict competency as a leadership responsibility and skill
Great leaders don’t avoid conflict—they manage it. Discover how to build conflict competency and shape a healthier organizational culture.
Mediation Techniques Practice Active Listening
Discover why listening is a superpower in mediation, negotiation—and life.
Mediation Windows in arbitration and judicial proceedings
Mediation windows are structured pauses in arbitration or court proceedings that allow parties to explore settlement without stopping the case. When timed well and supported by willing parties and experienced mediators, they can improve flexibility, reduce costs, and complement formal dispute resolution.
Singapore Convention on Mediation
An exploration of the impact and scope of the Singapore Convention in the global mediation landscape. The Singapore Convention on Mediation marks a major step forward in elevating mediation as a trusted method for resolving cross-border commercial disputes. By enabling the direct enforcement of mediated settlement agreements in national courts, it addresses a long-standing gap and brings mediation closer in reliability to arbitration. As more countries adopt the Convention, it is reshaping how businesses approach conflict—encouraging solutions that are faster, more cost-effective, and relationship-driven. Beyond its legal framework, the Convention signals a global shift toward collaboration over confrontation, positioning mediation as a central pillar of modern dispute resolution.
Tuesday | July 14
The impact of AI on the legal profession- Cybersecurity in connection with digital dispute resolution - ODR+AI
Step into the future of law. Explore how AI is transforming dispute resolution, and understand the risks and opportunities in digital justice.
Mediation Techniques Practice
A hands-on session focused on developing and refining core mediation skills through exercises and simulations.
Round table (Moderated by Cátia Marques Cebola) Who Governs Digital Justice?
Join a thought-provoking discussion on trust, responsibility, and regulation in AI-driven dispute resolution. Engage with diverse perspectives on one of the most pressing challenges in digital justice
Choosing the Right Process: Strategy, Power and Design in Dispute Resolution Strategy, Power, and Design in Dispute Resolution
An analytical session on selecting appropriate dispute resolution processes, considering power dynamics, stakeholder interests, and procedural design.
Wednesday | July 15
Applied Mediation in Practice: A UK Perspective
Insights into mediation practice in the United Kingdom, including regulatory frameworks, case studies, and practical challenges in implementation.
Why lawyers are important in mediation?
Explore how lawyers enhance the mediation process—bringing legal rigor, fostering constructive dialogue, and contributing to outcomes that are just, fair, and sustainable. This discussion highlights the essential value legal professionals add to mediation, ensuring that resolutions are not only effective but also enforceable and equitable.
Mediation Techniques Practice
Learn by doing. Across multiple hands-on sessions throughout the week, you’ll actively develop and refine core mediation skills through dynamic exercises, simulations, and real-time feedback. Build confidence, sharpen your instinct, and experience what it truly means to mediate.
Ethics in Mediation
A deep and honest conversation about neutrality, power, and the responsibilities mediators carry.
Negotiaion Map
Wrap up the learning with a visual map of your negotiation journey from one of the field’s most respected voices.
Thursday | July 16
Mediation Clinics
Simulate real cases with expert feedback in breakout rooms. Practice, grow, and gain valuable insights.
Final Keynote Speech
Conclude the program with a compelling Renata Porto Adri Jennifer Brandt Renata Moritz keynote that reflects on the week’s key themes and offers powerful insights into the evolving landscape of dispute resolution.
Wrap-Up, Reflections and Certificate Ceremony
Can't join us in Porto? Experience the program online with a fully interactive and dedicated learning experience!
If you choose the online version, you won’t just be watching – you’ll be actively engaging! Each session will have a dedicated professor guiding you through the content, ensuring an interactive and enriching experience tailored exclusively for online participants.
You'll take part in dynamic discussions, hands-on exercises, and collaborative activities designed specifically for the online format, allowing you to connect, learn, and grow alongside a global community – all from the comfort of your own space.
Distance won’t be a barrier to excellence. This is your chance to sharpen your skills, gain international perspectives, and become part of a network of future leaders in negotiation and mediation!
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More than just a program – it’s a transformative experience!
Join a diverse international group, learn from top professionals, and immerse yourself in Porto’s vibrant culture while equipping yourself with the skills to navigate and lead in negotiation and mediation.