Useful Resources
Information provided under Useful Resources is made to facilitate searches for available resources and in no way constitutes official recommendations.
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Directory of ACICA panel members searchable by language, specialisation, gender and nationality
Assistance with the selection of arbitrators with a US focus
Leading not-for-profit provider of arbitration, mediation and ADR services
National US bar association with publications, sections and dispute resolution resources
Directory of ArbitralWomen members searchable by expertise, jurisdiction and language
Peruvian arbitral institution administering arbitration and other ADR proceedings
Oslo Chamber of Commerce commission focused on arbitration, ADR and ICC dispute resolution work
Platform enabling parties and counsel from around the world to share information and feedback about arbitrators
PDF directory of dispute resolution practitioners of African descent
formerly known as Kuala Lumpur Regional Centre for Arbitration) (AIAC
French arbitration and mediation centre promoting and administering ADR proceedings
Several databases are available to identify women practicing dispute resolution in various roles. Some databases are dedicated exclusively to women practitioners, while others are not limited to women. The alphabetical list below provides links to selected databases, but it is not exhaustive.
A non-exhaustive list of initiatives and networks started by women and supporting women in alternative dispute resolution are provided below in alphabetical order for information.
An initiative to reduce the carbon footprint of international arbitrations through behavioural change
Platform sharing opportunities, events and profiles in arbitration
A space for an honest and frank dialogue about the issues women face in the workplace and in the world more broadly
Global pledge to improve the representation of women in arbitral appointments
Network supporting Indian women practitioners and allies in international arbitration
Video series about the world of arbitration featuring rising and prominent practitioners
Network promoting women in arbitration through events, mentorship and community-building
Initiative and event platform celebrating women in arbitration and fostering visibility and networking
ABA committee promoting the selection of women and other diverse dispute resolution professionals
Latin American initiative promoting the visibility and leadership of women in arbitration
The following list is not intended to provide a comprehensive overview of dispute resolution guidelines. It instead refers to selected guidelines in which ArbitralWomen members have been involved, without being exhaustive.
Checklist of best practices and objective criteria for selecting arbitrators efficiently and with greater diversity
Guidelines for corporates on implementing the ERA Pledge in arbitrator selection
Pledge to improve the visibility and representation of women as expert witnesses in dispute resolution
Guidelines aimed at helping first-time arbitrators secure and prepare for initial appointments
Report with statistics and best practices to promote gender diversity in arbitral appointments and proceedings
Protocol offering a framework for reasonable cybersecurity measures in arbitration
Short practical commitments to support the ERA Pledge and improve gender diversity in arbitration
Guidance for counsel and law firms on applying the ERA Pledge in arbitrator selection
This section provides a non-exhaustive collection of key arbitration and dispute-resolution research databases to support practitioners, researchers, and members of the ArbitralWomen community.
Digital library of ICC dispute resolution publications, rules and documents
Online collection of international law journals and research materials
UN body producing texts, case law and research resources on international trade law
Non-exhaustive list of arbitral institutions.
National US bar association with publications, sections and dispute resolution resources
Global network of lawyers and legal professionals offering events, networking and resources
Leading global membership organisation for legal practitioners, bar associations and law societies
Publications hub for UNIDROIT instruments, guides and other private law resources
Below is a non-exhaustive list of international and national law organisations active in alternative dispute resolution.
National US bar association with publications, sections and dispute resolution resources
Global network of lawyers and legal professionals offering events, networking and resources
Leading global membership organisation for legal practitioners, bar associations and law societies
Publications hub for UNIDROIT instruments, guides and other private law resources
The following non-exhaustive information offers guidance on locating and selecting hearing centres.
Moot competitions take place around the world and provide students with valuable practical experience. The list below is non-exhaustive.
International student mediation competition and training event organised by ICC
Global moot court competition simulating a dispute between States before the ICJ
Moot competition focused on sports arbitration with oral advocacy training for law students
Hong Kong-based sister moot to the Vis competition on international commercial arbitration and the CISG
International student moot focused on commercial arbitration and the CISG