Mediation Week 2026 has come to an end! We look back on a successful edition featuring 100 initiatives across Belgium and online, thanks to the efforts of 84 partners. From continuing professional development for accredited mediators to meet-and-greets with members of the judiciary, this year's programme once again offered a wide range of activities.
A different focus each day
As in previous editions, each day of Mediation Week focused on a different theme: family mediation, mediation in business and HR, mediation in the construction sector, and mediation involving public authorities. The central day took place on Thursday, with a particular focus this year on accredited mediators and their visual identity.
100 initiatives, thanks to 84 partners
Partners organised a wide range of mediation-related activities across Belgium and online. Many initiatives gave mediators the opportunity to pursue continuing professional development and exchange experiences. Several partners took part in Mediation Week for the first time this year. The FMC would like to extend its sincere thanks to all the partners who helped make this edition possible. Thanks to their efforts, Mediation Week 2026 once again offered a varied programme for mediators and other professionals working in the field of mediation.
FMC initiatives
In addition to the central day, the Federal Mediation Commission organised several other initiatives. Thanks to the Special Commission on Construction, accredited mediators were able to take part in meet-and-greets in Antwerp, Brussels and Liège. The pro bono working group also organised practical sessions on pro bono legal assistance once again this year. Finally, the FMC attended initiatives organised by ICC and Eigenaarsnet, two key partners who signed the ADR Charter at their respective events (photo).
Looking ahead to the next edition!
Mediation Week 2026 may be over, but our work continues. Together with our partners, we will keep raising awareness of mediation and encouraging people to turn to dialogue when resolving conflicts in our society. Here's to the next edition!
