ADR Tapestry: Building a Resilient Ecosystem
4 November 2025 | NVP Law College, Visakhapatnam
ADR Tapestry was jointly organised by NVP Law College and ACIAM India as an educational seminar aimed at law students and emerging professionals seeking to understand how different dispute resolution mechanisms operate together to create a resilient justice ecosystem.
The seminar featured an address by Prof Surya Raju, Secretary General of ACIAM India, who shared insights on the complementarity of mediation and arbitration, institutional ADR frameworks, and the role of technology in enhancing accessibility and effectiveness. The programme combined conceptual clarity with interactive discussions, offering participants practical exposure to the functioning of ADR systems.
Key Highlights
- Address by Prof Surya Raju, Secretary General, ACIAM India
- Focus on synergy between mediation, arbitration, and negotiation
- Participation of over 200 law students and young professionals
- Emphasis on practical understanding of ADR mechanisms
Workshop on ADR: Institutional Frameworks and Practice
15 March 2025 | Acharya Nagarjuna University, Andhra Pradesh
ACIAM India, in collaboration with Acharya Nagarjuna University, conducted an intensive one day workshop designed to provide participants with practical exposure to alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, institutional frameworks, and contemporary ADR practices. The workshop aimed to bridge the gap between academic learning and real world application of ADR.
The programme featured a judicial address by Hon’ble Justice Cheemalapati Ravi of the Andhra Pradesh High Court, followed by expert sessions on mediation and arbitration practice. Participants engaged with institutional perspectives, procedural aspects, and practical insights into dispute resolution, resulting in a meaningful learning experience for students and faculty members.
Key Highlights
- Judicial address by Hon'ble Justice Cheemalapati Ravi, Andhra Pradesh High Court
- Expert sessions on mediation and arbitration practice
- Participation of over 300 law students and faculty members
- Emphasis on linking academic understanding with practical ADR application
Conference on ADR Service Providers in India: Challenges and Opportunities
8 March 2025 | Virtual
ACIAM India organised a national level virtual conference addressing the operational challenges and emerging opportunities faced by Alternative Dispute Resolution service providers across India. The conference brought together ADR professionals, advocates, institutional leaders, and corporate stakeholders to examine how ADR institutions can strengthen resilience, improve service delivery, and adapt to evolving dispute resolution needs.
The discussions focused on institutional sustainability, innovation in ADR service delivery, adoption of best practices, and the role of technology in enhancing efficiency and accessibility. The virtual format enabled pan India participation and facilitated meaningful engagement across jurisdictions.
Key Highlights
- Nationwide virtual participation from across the ADR ecosystem
- Focus on institutional resilience, innovation, and service delivery models
- Engagement of ADR professionals, advocates, institutional leaders, and corporate counsel
