Practical online learning for people preparing for Family Dispute Resolution, negotiation and safer participation in the FDR process.
Explore courses and resourcesResFam resources are designed to help participants understand what lies ahead and prepare more effectively for FDR and negotiation.
A practical introduction to FDR, the role of the FDR practitioner, preparation for intake and pre-mediation discussions, safety and suitability screening, and the child-focused nature of parenting discussions.
A structured overview of property and financial matters following separation, including financial information, assets and liabilities, superannuation, contributions, future needs, disclosure and documentation.
Educational guidance for people preparing for FDR where safety concerns, family violence, or coercive and controlling behaviour may be relevant.
Practical information about participating in online mediation, including privacy, physical separation, technology preparation and using separate online meeting rooms.
Preparation and negotiation resources for parents considering or preparing to participate in FDR about parenting arrangements.
The course explains what FDR is, how the process works and what parents can do before mediation to participate effectively.
The aim is not to tell parents what outcome they should seek. It is to help them arrive better prepared, understand the process and participate in informed, constructive discussions.
View CourseThis course focuses on practical skills parents can use when discussing parenting arrangements in FDR.
The objective is to give parents a clearer understanding of negotiation so they can participate more confidently and constructively in the FDR process.
View CoursePreparation and negotiation resources for people dealing with property and financial matters following separation.
The course provides a structured overview of issues commonly considered in property negotiations and the information participants may need to prepare.
The course is intended to help participants understand the process and prepare for productive discussions. It does not provide individual legal or financial advice.
View CourseThis course provides practical guidance on negotiating property and financial matters following separation.
The focus is on improving negotiation capability and helping participants approach property discussions in a more informed, structured and constructive way.
View CourseEducational preparation for people who may be participating in FDR where safety concerns, family violence or coercive and controlling behaviour may be relevant.
The course explains why safety planning matters and the types of concerns that may need to be considered before, during and after FDR.
Circumstances vary. The course is intended as an educational resource and does not replace professional risk assessment, legal advice or specialist family violence support.
Online mediation can provide a practical and flexible way to participate in dispute resolution without requiring everyone to be in the same physical location.
For many participants, online mediation can make attendance easier and reduce practical pressures associated with travel.
ResFam uses online delivery to support a structured mediation environment. Participants can join from a suitable private location and, where appropriate, make use of separate online meeting rooms and other platform features.
The Zoom How To resource provides simple, practical instructions for joining an online mediation meeting.
ResFam is focused on making conflict resolution more accessible, practical and informed.
Online courses are designed around practical learning rather than unnecessary complexity. They explain the process in clear language and identify issues participants are likely to encounter.
Resources provide practical frameworks that can be used when preparing for FDR and negotiation, supporting clearer communication and more informed participation.
ResFam combines professional dispute resolution experience with education designed to help people understand the process they are entering and prepare more effectively.
ResFam was founded by experienced dispute resolution professionals with a shared commitment to improving the quality and accessibility of conflict resolution education. The founders' approach is grounded in the belief that people make better decisions when they understand the process, the issues and the choices available to them.
The result is a growing range of resources designed to help participants prepare for difficult conversations, understand dispute resolution processes and engage more effectively in mediation.
ResFam courses and resources are designed to help participants approach FDR with greater confidence and preparation.