The BYU Center for Peace and Conflict Resolution (CPCR) is a university-based program dedicated to transforming conflict through education and alternative dispute resolution services. Affiliated with the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University, the center specializes in mediation and arbitration, with a strong focus on serving the campus community and promoting peace both locally and globally.
CPCR employs a collaborative and impartial approach, utilizing trained volunteers including students, faculty, and community members to facilitate resolutions. The center prioritizes confidentiality, fairness, and accessibility, offering many services at no cost. Its primary clientele includes BYU students, university-contracted landlords, and other members of the campus community, though it also provides educational resources and referrals to a broader audience.
Services Offered
- Mediation services
- Arbitration services
- Dispute resolution consultations
- Conflict resolution education and workshops
- Negotiation and mediation courses for students
- Legal assistance via law student volunteers (for arbitration cases)
- Peacebuilding lectures and events
- Resources and tools for conflict resolution
- Referrals to external mediators when appropriate
The center primarily serves the Brigham Young University community, including students and affiliated landlords, and offers its educational resources to a global audience. All services are provided in English, and the CPCR emphasizes accessibility, neutrality, and strict confidentiality in all its operations.
