When labor peace breaks down, the consequences reach far beyond the bargaining table. As labor conflicts become more visible and negotiations more complex, one of the least‑understood questions in labor relations is also among the most important: Who helps the parties when the stakes are highest?
This Keynote will explore the role and impact of labor mediation and why preserving that capacity matters for workers, employers, the economy, and the public. Drawing on recent developments in conflict and dispute resolution, the session examines the essential role of mediators, the repercussions of downsizing the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, and the urgent need to rebuild what is close to being lost.
Join Cornell ILR School Dean Alex Colvin as he moderates a panel featuring faculty members Ariel Avgar, Dionne Pohler, and Javier Ramirez for a critical conversation on the evolving landscape and actions necessary to build labor peace.
