WHEREAS, Conflict resolution encompasses mediation, arbitration, conciliation, and other formal and informal responses to conflict; and
WHEREAS, Conflict resolution processes empower individuals, organizations, and families to foster communication and devise solutions that are tailored to their particular needs and interests; and
WHEREAS, Conflict resolution is being taught and practiced in many school systems throughout the country, not only as a way of solving individual disputes, but also as a means toward a more peaceful society; and
WHEREAS, Community-based programs are fairly and equitably resolving neighborhood and community conflicts, thereby strengthening community relationships; and
WHEREAS, Collaborative responses to conflicts are being used by administrative agencies, businesses, and courts to effectively and efficiently resolve disputes; and
WHEREAS, Professional associations of conflict resolvers are promoting the peaceful and creative resolution of disputes; now therefore
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA, That October 20, 2005 be recognized as Conflict Resolution Day; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, That an Engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to Cheryl Cutrona as Executive Director of the Good Shepherd Mediation Program, as evidence of the sincere sentiments of this legislative body.
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