Dr. Rhonda L. Paulsen
Ontario Council for International Co-operation, Ottawa
Presentation: ‘Best Practices in NGO/Teacher Collaboration’
- “I liked the enthusiasm of Dr. Paulsen and the clarity of the information offered.”
- “I found the many practical examples given very useful.”
Kenjgewin Teg Educational Institute, M’Chigeeng, Manitoulin Island
- “Dr. Paulsen demonstrated strong communication skills with community members; she conducted her research with sensitivity.”
(R. Beaudin, Director)
‘Spirit of the Island ~ Manitoulin’s People: Stories of Indigenous-Settler Historical Dynamics’
Author, see ‘Resources’ for more details
- “Dr. Paulsen is a strong and evocative speaker, taking us into the hearts of the people of Manitoulin Island and setting their experiences in both a historical and contemporary context. She is interested in healing and building a deeper understanding of the issues… the route to action.”
(P. Janitch, Canadian Federation of University Women)
Symposium Participant
- “The ripple effect. Just like throwing a rock in the water, good vibes fan out from the rock – and the rock just happens to be you!”
(R.W. Nelson)
Helen Lightstone, LL.M
- “It really helped that Helen had been incredibly helpful in my journey to explore Mediation as an addition to my Paralegal program. But her courses are just a pleasure to be a part of!”
(Ashifa Alibhai)
- “Helen is a superb teacher, mentor, and person. I was enrolled in her month-long ‘Advanced Mediation’ course, and I enjoyed it tremendously. Her unparalleled knowledge and passion for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and all things mediation shows with each passing class. Her kindness, light spirit, and wisdom created such an inviting and warm classroom setting where students felt engaged and excited to participate and learn. I would absolutely recommend her courses for anyone looking to pursue ADR!”
(Dorna Zaboli)
- Dispute Resolution Training: “I would take a plumbing course if it was taught by Helen Lightstone.”
(S. Jennifer Priestley)
- “Conflict is inevitable. ‘Quintessentials’ will polish the skills required to guide the process of resolution. Helen creates an interactive environment to learn and practice the theory. In the last six months I have participated in Helen's ‘Social Media and Conflict Resolution’, ‘Essentials’, and ‘Quintessentials’ courses. To say I appreciate Helen 's style of teaching is an understatement, and already I am wondering when the next class will be developed.”
(Shannon Cullin)
Regina Odofle Thompson, LL.M
- “This is one of the most profound, eye-opening, and valuable training I have taken in years. Everyone in the practice of conflict resolution should take it in order to be a better practitioner and overall, a better person. We must ensure that our processes do not harm the most vulnerable or the ones labeled as ‘different’.”
(Alexandre St-Jean)
- “I have had the opportunity to work with Regina on many occasions in service of the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) community. Regina brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to her work. The wisdom and sound judgement she brings to this work has been instrumental in our decisions. She is very highly regarded in her field, and it is my great pleasure to recommend her in any capacity requiring sound judgement, compassion, business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit.”
(Blaine Donais)
- “I would highly recommend Regina as mediator and trainer. She has a wonderful ability to talk to people about complex issues in an accessible manner. She’s highly skilled at facilitating and mediating disputes.”
(Christine Kim)
- “Regina is a top-notch mediator, and I would recommend her to anyone looking for an experienced, intelligent, and culturally sensitive professional. Regina understands people and knows how to communicate in a way that opens the space for conversation and for eventual resolution of the issue at hand. She employs storytelling brilliantly throughout her work to bridge gaps between parties. Amazing people skills, so likable and a true professional! A pleasure in all ways.”
(Bahar Karbaksh)