Interagency Alternative Dispute Resolution Working Group
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Interagency Alternative Dispute Resolution Working Group (IADRWG) is dedicated to advancing the application of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) within the U.S. federal government. It's notable for its efforts to make government operations more streamlined and less adversarial by promoting ADR techniques.
Mission
The mission of the Interagency Alternative Dispute Resolution Working Group is to promote the use of ADR across federal agencies, thereby enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of government dispute resolution. By fostering techniques like mediation and arbitration, the group aims to reduce the reliance on litigation and improve administrative processes.
Parent organization
The IADRWG does not have a parent organization but operates with members from various federal agencies to achieve its goals.
Legislation
The group was established under a Presidential Memorandum on ADR issued in May 1998 by President Clinton, which mandated federal agencies to promote ADR.
Partners
IADRWG collaborates with:
- U.S. Department of Justice
- Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service
- Multiple other federal agencies as part of its interagency work.
Number of employees
The exact number of employees is not specified as it operates through representatives from various agencies.
Organization structure
- Sections and Committees focus on specific areas like procurement, labor-management relations, and environmental disputes, each led by representatives from relevant agencies.
- Steering Committee provides overarching guidance and coordination for the group's activities.
List of programs
- ADR Training for Federal Employees
- Development of ADR Policy and Best Practices
- Interagency Information Sharing Network
Last total enacted budget
The budget for the IADRWG is not separately itemized as it leverages resources from its member agencies.
Leader
The organization is led by a Chair, typically from the Department of Justice.
Services provided
The IADRWG provides training, policy development, and technical assistance for implementing ADR programs. It also conducts research and shares best practices among federal agencies to enhance dispute resolution processes.
Regulations overseen
The IADRWG does not directly oversee regulations but supports the implementation of ADR policies and practices under federal law, especially the Administrative Dispute Resolution Act of 1996.
Headquarters address
950 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20530, USA
History
Founded in 1998 by a presidential directive, the IADRWG has been instrumental in transforming how federal agencies handle disputes. The group has developed numerous resources, conducted extensive training, and fostered a culture of collaborative dispute resolution across government.