ODR, with input from the ODR Advisory Council, oversees the development of dispute resolution and collaborative problem solving programs in Nebraska, assisting in the development of, and working collaboratively with, Nebraska's nonprofit mediation centers. The public-private cooperative effort creates an efficient, effective and responsive system that enhances existing structures and fosters new opportunities to prevent and resolve conflict. Over the last eight years, a sustainable infrastructure has been created through the formation of the mediation centers, the establishment of program policies and procedures, the creation of internationally recognized training programs with highly-regarded trainers, the growth of a pool of committed, trained, and experienced mediators, and targeted efforts for public education and program development.
Centers handle an ever-expanding case and project load, and meet a growing demand for training.
This development is standardized statewide and yet responsive to the unique needs of the six regions served by nonprofit centers. The ODR system operates as a collaboration between ODR, the ODR Advisory Council, and the mediation centers.