December 30, 2025
Has the conflict over the Coop’s possible involvement in a boycott of Israeli goods or related issues affected your experience as a Coop member?
Join two experienced mediators for a facilitated conversation. This will be open to any Coop member regardless of their perspective or involvement.
This is a chance to share your thoughts and feelings about the Coop community and how you have been impacted, and hear how others in your community have been impacted.
This conversation is meant to focus on your experience as a Coop member during times of conflict, especially if it feels personal. This space is for open listening and dialogue, not for making decisions about a boycott or convincing anyone of a particular view.
Confidentiality is very important to allow everyone an opportunity to share in ways that we don’t often have while rushing to and from the Coop. By choosing to come to this conversation, you agree to the ground rule to keep everything said confidential.
You will get work slot credit for joining this conversation. This initial conversation is capped at 12 people. If more than 12 people sign up, it might be possible to schedule additional sessions.
When: January 12, 6:00–8:00 p.m. at the Coop.
Who: Your facilitators are two long-time Coop members and trained mediators.
Facilitator 1 is a divorce and family mediator with a private, sliding scale, mediation practice. She also teaches the Small-Claims Mediation Clinic at a law school where she takes the students to night court. She also teaches conflict resolution skills in 3-5 day intensives as a certified New York State Trainer. She believes that understanding is everyone’s hidden superpower.
Facilitator 2 is a Brooklyn based mediator and trainer. She teaches mediation at a law school and trains as a New York State-certified trainer. She mediates family and community disputes. She believes that engaging with conflict can have a truly transformational effect.
How to Register: If you are interested in attending, please complete the survey at the link below. The Coop will notify you regarding your participation.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1okaCePiXLEIe-6GD117Tt340fb9_y5U6pvAbx7zgVEc/edit