Programs
Mediation & Conflict Resolution
Helping individuals, families, tenants, landlords, organizations, and communities work through conflict and reach workable agreements. Through a neutral and supportive process, RAMP helps people communicate openly, better understand different perspectives, identify their needs and concerns, and develop solutions that work for those involved. Our mediation services provide a structured space to address conflict, reduce barriers to resolution, and create a path forward.
Healing Dialogues & Restorative Practices
Creating structured opportunities for individuals and communities to come together, share their experiences, address harm, and build understanding. RAMP facilitates meaningful dialogue that gives people space to be heard, listen to others, acknowledge the impact of conflict or harm, and explore what is needed to move forward. Through restorative practices, we help participants strengthen relationships, rebuild trust, and identify meaningful steps toward healing and resolution.
Mediation Exclusions
Because we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and receives funding from the State of Minnesota, Restorative and Mediation Practices must follow applicable Minnesota statutes, court rules, and state requirements.
Under Minnesota State requirements and statutes, Restorative and Mediation Practices is unable to handle various types of cases. Here are some examples of situations where we cannot help:
- Divorce mediations (we can only help post-dissolution/after divorce)
- Never married couples who do not have a court-determined parenting time schedule
- Situations involving violence or abuse
- Changing the legal custody of a child
- Child support matters
These exclusions do not mean that help is unavailable. If we cannot provide mediation for your situation, we encourage you to explore other Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) professionals or legal resources that may be able to assist.
Additional ADR Resources:
The Minnesota Judicial Branch provides information about ADR and a statewide roster of qualified neutrals who provide mediation and other ADR services.