Registration extended to 30 November 2026
4th Annual International Online Peer Mediation Tournament
Student mediators from schools and youth programs around the world compete in a friendly, three-round, basketball-style competition. It is organised by JAMS, the Association of Peer Program Professionals (APPP) and the Online Peer Mediation Platform (OPMP). The Premier Dispute Resolution Institute of Africa is sharing it with its network, and our Founder and Director, Dr. Joshua Gwara, serves as a judge.
Register your interest Download the flyer (PDF)
Limited scholarships are available for teams that register by 15 November 2026.
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The essentials
Each team
Two student mediators and two student disputants. There is no limit to the number of team members who can enter.
Fee
USD $40.00 per team. Limited scholarships for teams registering by 15 November 2026.
Who can take part
- Elementary schools
- Middle schools
- High schools
- Youth organisations
- Community mediation programs
Tournament structure
Round 1
30 November 2026 to 15 January 2027
All participating schools compete. One-fourth of the teams are eliminated.
Round 2
20 January to 28 February 2027
Remaining schools compete. Again one-fourth are eliminated.
Final round
10 to 30 March 2027
Top teams in each division compete for the championship. Winners are announced in April 2027.
How it works
- Practice and record. Teams record the students' mediation at an approved location.
- Submit videos. Send your mediation video by the posted deadline for each round.
- Judging and feedback. Experienced mediators and professionals judge the videos and give feedback to all teams.
- Champions crowned. International champions are celebrated, with awards, certificates and media recognition.
Register or ask a question
Want to join from Kenya or Africa? Send the Institute a message and we will reply with the next steps.
You can also write to the organisers: peermediationonline@gmail.com.
Tournament details are from the organisers' flyer and notice of 30 October 2026. Check with the organisers for any later changes.