Our History
The Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, founded in 1986 to serve our community. Starting in 1986 as the Neighbor to Neighbor Mediation Center, we provided free and low-cost mediation services in Savannah, Georgia. In 2001, our organization became a United Way agency. Helping to expand our programming to meet the needs of the community. Needs that include safety, healthy communication, connection, and access to justice by reducing the burden of litigation (time and expense) on the local court system.
Community support has provided opportunities for our team to share knowledge and build the capacity with skills to lead processes, thereby exercising self-determination in resolving conflict. Our Center has worked hard to build relationships with community members, organizations, and institutions.
Mission
Our mission is to harness the power of volunteers to support community and individual conflict education, prevention, and resolution services.
Vision
The Vision of the Mediation Center is to be the trusted resource for conflict prevention and resolution services.
Values
Visionary | Collaboration | Inclusive | Integrity | Teamwork | Accountability
Community Partners
Since 2007, our Center has partnered with and supported a variety of local organizations and institutions. Our partners support Savannah with a variety of services and programs; making our mission possible to provide community mediation programs and services. Our team encourages you to take a look and see what our partners have to offer!
Chatham County Courts Website
Georgia Legal Services Program Website
Greenbriar Children's Center Website
Housing Authority of Savannah Website
Parent University Website
Pennsylvania Avenue Resource Center (PARC) Website
Savannah Chatham County Public School System (SCCPSS) Website
Step Up Savannah Facebook Page
The Front Porch Facebook Page
