Resources for New Professionals

Welcome! You've joined an international community of like-minded practitioners who work to enhance their respective communities' well-being by impacting how families resolve conflict. This dedicated space is designed for newly trained members eager to explore and enhance their Collaborative journey.

Here, you’ll find essential resources and practical tools to help you navigate your next steps as a Collaborative Professional. 

First Steps:

1. Find a Practice Group in your area. Connect with your local Collaborative community and learn how to join a team.
2. If you're an IACP member, be sure to update your Directory Listing. Add a photo and info for potential clients and collaborators to see.
3. Register for an upcoming Event. Engage in deeper learning by attending a webinar or other Collaborative event.
4. Utilize the Member Portal. For deeper learning, you will discover insightful articles, guidance on skill development, the Collaborative Review and much more.

To make it easier for you, we've curated a selection of recommended topics. Dive in for more information!

Standards, Ethics, Protocols and UCLA

• IACP Standards & Ethics
• UCLA: Collaborative Law Act & Rules 

Growing as a Collaborative Professional

• IACP Model Participation Agreements & Guides
• Recommended Reading: Courageous Conversations about Culture, Diversity, and Divorce

Building your Network

• Collaborative Practice Knowledge Kit 
• Collaborative Practice Outreach Powerpoint