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Do I need
Mediation or
Facilitation?​

Check out the infographics below to learn the difference between mediation and facilitation, and help you decide which one is best for you.

If you cannot find an answer to your question about the mediation or facilitation process on this website, you may contact Gia Pionek.

Information table sharing the objective, timing, method, outcome, confidentiality, and participation of the different between an IEP Facilitation and Mediation.
When to Request Facilitated IEP? 1. Early in the IEP Process 2. If you think an IEP meeting will be difficult (time management, keeping the parties moving forwrad, communication issues). 3. Available for any IEP meeting (initial, annual, review/revise)
When to Request Mediation? 1. When you need help to settle a specific dispute, prior communication has not been productive, or an impasse has been reached. 2. Other benefits: More creativity and flexibility to solve problems, Forward-looking process (focus on the future), Cost savings, The parties maintain control over the outcome, Can improve relationship, Process is voluntary and confidential, and Faster than other processes.
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