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Afsana Gibson-Chowdhury is a trailblazing figure in alternative dispute resolution, recognized as the founder of ‘Gibson Chowdhury – Clear collaborative Mediation,’ a prominent international mediation boutique based in England and Canada. Afsana addresses human rights violations across various commercial industries, including governmental institutions and the education sector. She facilitates multiparty dialogues and mediated processes on anti-Black, anti-Indigenous, Islamophobia, anti-Semitism and all forms of hate and violations. She also mediates civil and commercial disputes, including employment, property and contract disputes. She is a designated Qualified Mediator (Q.Med) and a past Adjudicator for the Property Standards Committee in the City of Toronto.
Afsana has facilitated training, dialogues and mediated processes for clients, including the Canadian Human Rights Commission, Canadian Universities, Education Boards, local communities, religious organizations, law firms, charities, music and theatre companies and several corporate organizations. She is a qualified Solicitor and non-practicing barrister in England and Wales, with several years of civil litigation experience. Afsana is also the 2021 recipient of the ADR Institute of Ontario Star Awards. (www.adrio.ca)
Afsana ensures she provides mediation through a diverse lens that represents the multicultural communities.. To raise awareness of cultural competence and humility in the ADR field, Afsana has written several EDI programs. She also co-chaired the Working Group that produced the ‘Neutral Diversity in Ontario’ report, published by the Ontario Bar Association in 2022.
She provides a clear and collaborative mediation service by helping to create strategies and options for her clients, enabling them to determine a solution that best suits them. Mediation can help you get back to the negotiating table if your settlement talks have broken down. Afsana can help you open the conversation and settle your dispute on your terms.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_content” full_screen_row_position=”middle” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” bg_color=”#ffffff” mouse_based_parallax_bg=”true” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” class=”home-meditation-sec” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”padding-7-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color=”#f4f4f4″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” el_class=”service-content-box home-meditation-left” width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom”][vc_custom_heading text=”DISPUTE RESOLUTIONS” font_container=”tag:h5|font_size:14|text_align:left|color:%2396a7bc” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1673705721578{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Mediation” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:40|text_align:left|color:%23020202|line_height:50px” google_fonts=”font_family:Libre%20Baskerville%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_custom_heading text=”Mediation is a form of dispute resolution, allowing parties the opportunity to resolve their conflict before the matter proceeds to a civil trial. In addition to a cost-saving measure, mediation provides peace of mind.
Afsana offers mediation in both the English and Bengali language. She brings several years of knowledge and experience to mediate primarily Human Rights cases, civil litigation and commercial cases. Afsana provides dispute resolution in the following areas:
• Human Rights discrimination
• Workplace
• Employment
• Contract Disputes
• Insurance Defense
• Personal Injury
Pre-mediation conferences are also available as part of the service, which is a valuable step in the mediation process. Afsana encourages both parties to arrange a pre-mediation conference as it is an opportunity to discuss the case, seek further clarification, and better understand each party’s position.
Afsana is methodical during her mediation sessions, making sure the issues each party has raised, are dealt with adequately. She provides mediation in accordance with the needs, whether facilitative or evaluative. Click here to read more about her approach to mediation.
If you would like to discuss your case with Afsana before booking a date, please write or call, using the details on the ‘Contact’ page.” font_container=”tag:p|text_align:left|color:rgba(10%2C10%2C10%2C0.6)” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][nectar_btn size=”large” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-1″ color_override=”#edc43f” icon_family=”none” url=”http://gcmediation.com/calendar-and-fees/” text=”BOOK NOW” margin_top=”15″ css_animation=”fadeInUp” margin_left=”0″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ background_image=”110″ enable_bg_scale=”true” column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” el_class=”set-max-img-height home-meditation-right” width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_content” full_screen_row_position=”middle” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ background_image=”125″ enable_bg_scale=”true” column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” el_class=”set-max-img-height” width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”padding-7-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color=”#f9f9f9″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” el_class=”service-content-box” width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom”][vc_custom_heading text=”LEARN AND GROW” font_container=”tag:h5|font_size:13|text_align:left|color:%2396a7bc” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1673706457320{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Seminars and Workshops” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:30|text_align:left|color:%23020202|line_height:50px” google_fonts=”font_family:Libre%20Baskerville%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_custom_heading text=”Afsana Gibson Chowdhury is a recognized leader in the mediation field, widely respected for her dedication to fostering inclusive practices and advancing cultural awareness among practitioners. She has designed and delivered a range of courses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) for lawyers, mediators, and cross-sector professionals.
Her flagship program, Cultural Competence in Mediation, launched in 2020 and quickly gained recognition for its innovative approach. Since then, Afsana has provided cultural awareness training to numerous clients, including government agencies, universities, and professional associations.
Her training equips practitioners with the skills to recognize and respond to cultural differences, ensuring mediation outcomes reflect a holistic, culturally informed perspective. Afsana has also developed practical tools that support professionals in building habits of equity, extending the impact of her work across the mediation community and beyond.
For details about her workshops and training programs, please visit the Workshops page.” font_container=”tag:p|text_align:left|color:rgba(10%2C10%2C10%2C0.6)” use_theme_fonts=”yes” link=”|||”][nectar_btn size=”large” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” color_override=”#edc43f” icon_family=”none” url=”http://gcmediation.com/workshops/” text=”LEARN MORE” margin_top=”15″ css_animation=”fadeInUp”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” bg_color=”#ffffff” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”3%” bottom_padding=”3%” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][testimonial_slider style=”default” star_rating_color=”accent-color” autorotate=”5000″][testimonial star_rating=”100%” title=”Testimonial” id=”1759317431574-0″ name=”Toronto Lawyer” quote=”“Afsana’s assistance was key, critical and integral. I intend to use her services on my next mediation”” tab_id=”1759317431575-6″][testimonial star_rating=”100%” title=”Testimonial” id=”1759317431613-7″ name=”Toronto Personal Injury Lawyer” quote=”“Thank you Afsana for making my client feel at ease during the negotiation. Your help and ideas for settlement has been invaluable!”” tab_id=”1759317431614-6″][testimonial star_rating=”100%” title=”Testimonial” id=”1759317431635-5″ name=”Toronto Lawyer” quote=”“Afsana successfully mediated the matter to a settlement… Afsana was very competent in handling the mediation and the issues therein. She used her skills and knowledge to her best ability, which positively influenced the claim”” tab_id=”1759317431635-4″][testimonial star_rating=”100%” title=”Testimonial” id=”1759317431653-2″ name=”Toronto Lawyer” quote=”“The parties in this dispute attended nine settlement conferences …. without a successful resolution…. Afsana communicated with both parties in a calm and logical manner that helped both parties understand the risks associated with the trial….With her invaluable help, both parties negotiated an agreement that was right for them.”” tab_id=”1759317431654-7″][/testimonial_slider][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” bg_image=”397″ bg_position=”center center” bg_repeat=”no-repeat” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”3%” bottom_padding=”3%” color_overlay=”#000000″ overlay_strength=”0.5″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” el_class=”form-padding” width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]