Leading ADR Excellence Across Africa
A professional body dedicated to promoting excellence, integrity, and accessibility in Appropriate Dispute Resolution practice throughout Ghana and the African continent.
Who We Are
The Institute of ADR Practitioners – Africa serves as a hub for professional mediators, arbitrators, conciliators, negotiators, and ADR educators. We provide structure, certification, and capacity-building to enhance professional practice, standards and ethical conduct.
Through training, policy advocacy, and collaboration, we are working to make ADR the preferred mechanism for dispute resolution in Ghana and Africa, from local communities to corporate boardrooms.
Our Vision
To be the leading authority in the promotion, regulation, and advancement of professional Appropriate Dispute Resolution (ADR) practice in Ghana and Africa, empowering individuals, communities, and institutions to resolve conflict peacefully, ethically, and sustainably.
Our Mission
To promote professional excellence and integrity in ADR through training, accreditation, ethical governance, advocacy, and inclusion in Ghana and Africa. We are committed to building the capacity of practitioners, increasing access to effective dispute resolution, and integrating ADR into national and regional justice systems.
Our Strategic Priorities
At the heart of IADRP-Africa lies a strong commitment to shaping and sustaining a professional, ethical, and inclusive ADR environment across the continent.
Professional Accreditation and Certification
We are responsible for setting and maintaining the professional standards required for recognition and certification of ADR practitioners across Africa.
Key Activities:
- Designing and delivering structured training and assessment programmes
- Issuing professional certifications for mediators, arbitrators, conciliators, and negotiators
- Maintaining a verified register of certified practitioners
- Ensuring uniformity and quality of ADR training across jurisdictions
Development and Enforcement of Standards and Ethical Codes
Upholding the integrity of the profession is central to our mission. We develop, publish, and enforce a comprehensive Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
Key Activities:
- Investigate complaints of misconduct or ethical breaches
- Promote accountability and peer regulation
- Provide guidance and periodic reviews to align with international best practices
- Ensure that ADR processes are transparent, impartial, and respectful
Promotion of ADR Awareness and Justice System Integration
We actively advocate for the mainstreaming of ADR within justice delivery systems, businesses, and public institutions.
Key Activities:
- Hosting public forums, seminars, and radio campaigns on the benefits of ADR
- Supporting the establishment of ADR units within courts, corporations, and government bodies
- Engaging policymakers and legal institutions to integrate ADR into formal legal frameworks
- Collaborating with traditional authorities and local structures to harmonize indigenous conflict resolution
Capacity Building through Continuous Professional Development
To ensure that ADR practitioners remain current, competent, and competitive, we provide regular CPD opportunities.
Key Activities:
- Advanced training workshops and refresher courses
- Webinars, conferences, and panel discussions with local and international experts
- Updates on legal and procedural developments relevant to ADR
- Access to research, case studies, and evolving ADR techniques
Support for Youth, Women, and Community-Based ADR
We believe in inclusion and equity within the ADR space. IADRP-Africa promotes diverse participation and community development.
Key Activities:
- Youth empowerment through early exposure, mediation training, and leadership mentoring
- Women's participation in ADR through scholarships, advocacy, and professional support networks
- Community-level ADR development, especially in underserved or rural areas
- Training local peacebuilders and linking them to formal support systems
Why Choose IADRP Africa?
We stand out as the premier ADR institute through our commitment to excellence and comprehensive approach.
Professional Standards
Rigorous certification processes that meet international standards while addressing African contexts.
Community Network
Access to a vibrant network of practitioners across Africa for collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Continental Impact
Leading initiatives to integrate ADR into justice systems across the African continent.
Executive Council Members
Meet our distinguished executive council members who provide strategic leadership and guidance to IADRP-Africa.
Austin A. Gamey
President
Nana Dr. Kwame Ampofo Kusi
Vice President
Dr. Fidelis Patrice Seddoh
Executive Member
Brig-Gen. Dr. Timothy Tifucro Ba-Taa-Banah
Executive Member
Very Rev. Dr. Lt. Col. Noah Boahen
Executive Member
Dr. Bernice Anowa Welbeck
Executive Member
Mrs. Lizzy-Ann Kwagbedzi
Executive Member
Dr. Kofi Anokye Owusu-Darko
Executive Member
Fiator David Selom Hukportie
Executive Member
Edmund Mingle
Administrator
Ready to Be Part of Our Mission?
Join us in transforming conflict resolution across Africa and making ADR the preferred mechanism for dispute resolution.