New York Peace Institute
Non-profit OrganizationsNew York, United States51-200 Employees
New York Peace Institute is a non-profit organization based in New York City that focuses on conflict resolution and mediation. It provides training and certification for professional mediators, teaches conflict resolution skills to communities and organizations, and supports people in finding durable solutions to disputes. Its work targets both community members and organizations facing interpersonal conflicts, aiming to reduce escalation and improve dispute outcomes. The institute positions itself within the conflict resolution and mediation field as a provider of both practical mediation services and professional training to advance the field. In addition to its core activities, the organization has pursued program development in response to community needs, such as launching a Landlord-Tenant Mediation Project in 2020, and more recently initiating the Credible Messenger Fellowship to empower youth affected by the juvenile justice system and community violence. The organization operates from the New York region and serves a diverse urban community through programs designed to address dispute resolution and safety.