Harvard Mediation Program
A Student Practice Organization at Harvard Law School
Upcoming Training
HMP’s next Basic Training will be held on the HLS campus over two weekends: October 3-4 and 17-18, 2026. Click here to apply now or here to view a reference-only copy of the application and more detailed information about the program. Please direct any questions regarding the application materials or interview process to: [email protected]
Community Member Info Session – for community members (non-HLS students) who have applied or are interested in applying, HMP strongly encourages attending a 30 minute online session with HMP staff, to be held in early September. Staff will discuss the program and be available to answer questions. Please email [email protected] if you are interested in attending this session.
People Are Saying
“The ability to build resolution, hear people deeply and completely, experience empathy, and empower people to make their own decisions are essential strengths that I would be remiss to leave law school without exploring.”
– HMP Student
“[M]ediation allowed me to find out what was really going on. We ironed a lot of things out. After hearing about the other party’s personal life, I understood her perspective; felt empathy for her; and feel able to co-exist as neighbors. I’m thankful for the mediation.”
– Feedback from HMP mediation participant