Expanding Access to Justice with Mediation

Foundation Podcast

Expanding Access to Justice with Mediation

How do we bring dispute resolution to everyone, not just those who can afford court? In this episode of the AAA-ICDR Foundation Podcast, American Arbitration Association President & CEO Bridget McCormack joins host Tracey Frisch to explore how the Foundation scales access to justice through mediation, community partnerships, and practical innovation.

News

Announcement

The Q2 email update celebrates the AAA's 100 years and the Foundation's 10 years, this edition highlights the release of the 2025 Annual Report, the expansion of the Panel Partners Program into Texas, and more.

Annual Report

This report reflects a decade of work that came before us and the momentum that continues to build. Together, we remain committed to supporting prevention and resolution of conflicts by expanding access to alternative dispute resolution.

Announcement

The first 2026 edition features a new podcast episode on the Dayton Mediation Response Unit, new grants supporting mediation in crisis response systems, recognition of women leaders in ADR, and the release of a new American Bar Association report lawyers as public citizens.