Center for International Mediators and Arbitrators

10/05/2026

We celebrate women in 193 countries. Happy Mothers Day!

10/05/2026

09/05/2026

CIMA Contributes to World Atlas of Arbitration - Czech Republic

The Center for International Mediators and Arbitrators (CIMA) has contributed to the World Atlas of Arbitration, a global initiative examining developments in international arbitration across jurisdictions.

According to CIMA"s Head of Global Arbitration Research Michael Harrington, “Institutions from emerging arbitration jurisdictions are no longer observers — they are becoming active contributors to the future direction of global dispute resolution.”

CIMA’s participation reflects its growing role in arbitration training, institutional development, and international ADR collaboration and dialogue.

30/04/2026

Global Spotlight on Distinguished Indian Lawyer and Arbitrator Dr. Misha Kumar, FCIArb – Drafting Arbitration Agreements with Precision

The Center for International Mediators and Arbitrators (CIMA) proudly recognises Dr Misha Kumar for her outstanding lecture on Arbitration Agreements.

She emphasised that arbitration clauses are the jurisdictional backbone of any dispute process, requiring precision rather than boilerplate drafting.

Key Takeaways:

■ Clear distinction between seat, governing law, and rules
■ Avoidance of pathological clauses
■ Importance of separability and enforceability
■ Drafting with the New York Convention in view

CIMA commends Dr Kumar for her intellectual rigour and practical insight, which greatly enriched the Academy and strengthened its global arbitration discourse.

29/04/2026

The Center for International Mediators and Arbitrators (England & Wales) is pleased to announce the opening of registration for its flagship professional programme:
*Law, Practice, and Procedure in Domestic and International Arbitration I & III*

Elevate your expertise. Strengthen your practice. Position yourself for global opportunities.

📅 Dates: 27–29 May 2026
Fees:
• Associates – GHS 5,500
• Fellows – GHS 8,500

*Register*: https://forms.gle/ubSS3EJhxhJdwv1L8 (Limited slots available)

📞 Contact: 053 673 5535 / 024 1022 964
📧 Email: info@thecima.org

🚀 Advance your career in arbitration with a globally recognised certification.

16/02/2026

CIMA expands global ADR jobs through Faculty and Practitioner appointments across Jurisdictions

03/02/2026

2026 CIMA Winter Academy on Domestic and International Arbitration

The Center for International Mediators and Arbitrators (CIMA) is weeks away from its 2026 Winter Academy on Domestic and International Arbitration, scheduled to run from 25 February to 10 March 2026.

This year’s Academy brings together international speakers from tier-one law firms like Hill Dickinson, ENSafrica Ghana, Lex Mundus & Cencla PRUC, and Al Khalili, Al Ghailani & Co. LLP. our speakers hail from Singapore, Ghana, Mexico, the Sultanate of Oman and more. The integrated faculty includes Iain Sharp FCIArb, David Asiedu, Nasser Al Riyami, Dr Osei Bonsu Dickson FCIMArb, Federico Martens, and other globally respected practitioners.

Welcome to Law, Practice and Procedure in Domestic and International Arbitration !

29/01/2026

Present in these pictures include:
Their Lordships Justice Sir Dennis Adjei JSC, FCIMArb and Justice Samuel Sarpong Appiah HC (Rtd.); Amb. Dr William Brandful FCIMArb, former Ambassador of Ghana to Japan; the Honourable Joe Ghartey, former Attorney-General; Marco Casano FCIMArb, Special Representative of the President; Lady Michelle-Martina Amuzu MCIMArb, Barrister and Solicitor; Ms Esther Appiah, former Member of the National Security Council; Lawyer Martin C. Nwosu FCIMArb, Law Lecturer and Mediator; Colonel Michael Kodzo Amuzu; and Lawyer and Mrs Anthony Ayi Ajavon ACIMArb; Air Commodore Adzo Jiagge MCIMArb, among other top brass.