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Are you passionate about promoting justice, fairness, and effective conflict resolution throughout New York State? Join the New York State Dispute Resolution Association (NYSDRA) and become part of a vibrant community dedicated to resolving disputes and fostering positive change.


Whether you're a seasoned professional, a newcomer to the field, or simply passionate about making a difference, NYSDRA welcomes you to join our community. Together, we can work towards a more just, equitable, and peaceful future for all. Sign up today!

Membership Levels

NYSDRA Membership Benefits

NYSDRA strives to provide valuable benefits to our members as part of their investment to support our organization, advancing the field of dispute resolution. 

  • Networking Opportunities

    • Access to statewide network of dispute resolution professionals. 
    • Communications and updates from the network. 

  • Training, Education & Annual Conference

    • Access to exclusive trainings, materials and webinars. 
    • Discounted rate to NYSDRA's Annual Conference, events, and trainings.
    • Quarterly training and informational webinars. 

    Academic Partnership with Marist College

    As a way of saying “thank you” to our employees, members, and volunteers, the New York State Dispute Resolution Association, Inc. (NYSDRA) has entered into an academic partnership with Marist College. The partnership offers special tuition pricing for all employees, members, volunteers, and immediate family members. 


    • A 50% tuition discount on the Masters of Public Administration Program (MPA) for all employees, members and volunteers.
    • A 25% tuition discount on select graduate and adult undergraduate degree programs. For a complete list of eligible programs and discounted pricing, visit the eligible programs and pricing page.
    • The same 25% discount is extended to immediate family members age 22 and older upon admission.
    • Options for full-time and part-time master’s and bachelor’s degree programs offered 100% online, on-campus, or a combination of both.

    Please read more about the partnership benefits and eligibility here. 

  • Discounted Products & Services

    • CDRC members enjoy free access to both interpretation and translation services to all center members. This includes telephonic and video-based interpretation services, and translation of documents, such as brochures, flyers, etc.
    • NYSDRA also has negotiated an academic partnership with Marist College, which allows for a 50% tuition discount on the Master of Public Administration Program (MPA), a 25% tuition discount on select graduate and adult undergraduate degree programs, and a 25% discount is extended to immediate family members of NYSDRA “members”.

  • Legislative Advocacy

    • NYSDRA lobbies New York State government officials to advocate for and promote the field of dispute resolution.
    • NYSDRA members have access to our various campaigns, through which they can identify and send communications to state, local, and national leaders.
    • Tracking of relevant legislative activity.
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