Why do your Family Mediation Training with the Social Justice Network?
For over 15 years, the Social Justice Network has provided accredited Family Mediation Training, equipping professionals with the skills, ethics, and practical knowledge required to mediate family and divorce disputes effectively. Our training is nationally recognised and designed to meet the standards required for NABFAM (National Accreditation Board for Family Mediators) accreditation.
To qualify for NABFAM accreditation through the Social Justice Association of Mediators (SJA)—a Recognised Mediation Organisation (RMO)—participants must complete the following three core components:
Training Components:
40-Hour Divorce & Family Mediation Training
A comprehensive, hands-on course covering the principles, process, and skills of family mediation.12-Hour Applied Psychology for Family Mediators
Focuses on emotional intelligence, family systems, trauma-informed practice, and mental health in mediation.16-Hour Applied Law for Family Mediators (Exemption available for eligible candidates)
Equips mediators with the legal knowledge essential to understand divorce, maintenance, parenting rights and responsibilities, and the Children’s Act.
Meet the Lead Trainer: Laurie Greyvenstein
Laurie Greyvenstein brings over 20 years of experience in family mediation, legal education, and restorative justice. A seasoned practitioner and educator, Laurie has trained hundreds of mediators across South Africa and is widely respected for his practical, empathetic, and values-driven approach to conflict resolution.
He is a founding member of the Social Justice Association of Mediators (SJA) and a pioneer in integrating Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) into family justice systems. Laurie is deeply committed to transforming the culture of family conflict by equipping mediators with both legal and psychological insight. His work has contributed to shaping policy and practice in the mediation space, including his role in collaborative pilot projects with the Department of Justice.
Laurie’s teaching style is rooted in real-life case experience, inclusive learning, and mentorship, making him one of the most trusted voices in the South African mediation community. Laurie holds a Bachelor of Laws, PGD in Dispute Resolution, LLM in Dispute Resolution and is an LLD Candidate in Dispute Resolution. He holds various ADR training certificates and is Internationally accredited with CEDR in London.
About the Social Justice Association of Mediators (SJA):
Recognised Mediation Organisation (RMO) www.socialjustice.org.za email admin@socialjustice.org.za
NABFAM member and accreditation body since 2017
Founding member of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Practitioners of South Africa (ADRP-SA)
Operates under the Social Justice Foundation (NPO 165-067) with Section 18A status
Join us in making mediation more mainstream, accessible, and effective for families across South Africa.
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Divorce mediation: how it works and why it’s a good choice
"Couples who are getting divorced needn’t go to court. Laurie Greyvenstein, accredited family mediator, clarifies mediation or alternative dispute resolution (ADR). He points out why divorce mediation is much cheaper, faster and more flexible, and explains concepts such as maintenance, parenting plans, and the voice of the child."
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FAMILY SERVICES
Social Justice has been pioneering dispute settlement through conciliation, mediation and facilitation since 2006. We use a unique multi-tiered and managed process that is simple, innovative and integrates seamlessly with the court system.
Learn More about Mediation
Mediation is a process where a neutral and skilled mediator can assist families who are in conflict to work out arrangements for themselves and their children. Mediation is a voluntary process that can help two sides to reach an acceptable solution to their differences
Mediator Network
Family Mediators help you sort out disputes – without involving huge legal fees or going through a long drawn-out court battle.
Pre Mediation Meeting
Schedule a free 30 minute session with a trained mediator. Find out how we can help you save time and money if you have a dispute in any of the following areas;
Divorce settlement agreements - Accrual calculations - Maintenance (increase/decrease) - Arrear Maintenance - interest calculations - Parenting plans - Review contact arrangements - Parental rights and responsibility agreements - Grandparent minor contact - Visitation rights - Child care and contact.
TRAINING
Google Business Reviews
These are a random selection of reviews from Google Business
Average: 4.8
The training is excellent. It is much more than I have expected. The class mate was representative from all walks of life and they were very supportive. The facilitator is very good. Unknowingly he pushes to your limits. Thank you for an excellent opportunity.
Dudley Josephs
I recently went through Mediator training with SJ, and I can honestly say how impressed I was with the content and quality of the training. Thank you SJ, so appreciate the support you have shown through this process, I would highly recommend Social Justice Network and their mediation training!
Rosa Orpen
This organization has people so dedicated and admire there resiiance in facing all the hurdles to have reached this point in creating this platform is truly remarkable. The care for the survivors (.normaly victims ...) of the family after devorce is so empathetic that transitioning is made achievable thus peace can honestly be seen as a viable option. God bless this team of hard working people.
Vanesse Smal
My experience with the training was phenomenal. The best skill i learnt is to check the clients needs in the mediation outcome and help them reach a solution that caters for their needs
Daphne Makombe
Co_Parent is an application which part of the Social Justice Network designed to facilitate communication between divorced parents. This user-friendly platform ensures that all interactions, activities, and expenses are recorded in an organized fashion and accessible between both parties. It aims to reduce potential conflicts between parents.
Laetitia Bromfield
The venue was very refreshing, and comfortable, it had a natural atmosphere that brought about fresh breeze. The training blew my mind off, the information offered by the facilitators was of a world class stature. Thank you Social Justice for such training.
MmakopaOUR AWARDS & AFFILIATIONS
Social Justice is proud to be affiliated with the leading industry organisations listed below. We stay well-informed of trending issues and on-going innovation within our industry.
The National Accreditation Board of Family Mediators
Aligned with SAQA Unit Standard 117848
Council for Pastoral and Spiritual Counselors
