The Chartered Institute is a non-profit organisation, providing education and training for arbitrators, mediators practitioners and adjudicators across 133 countries and supported by an international network of 39 branches. It also acts as a global hub for practitioners, policy makers, academics and those in business, supporting the global promotion, facilitation and development of all ADR methods. CIArb offers a range of resources including guidance, support, advice, networking and promotional opportunities, as well as facilities for hearings, meetings and other events. The South African Branch currently offers training in the form of the Accelerated Route to Membership as well as the Accelerated Route to Fellowship expedited courses. In addition, the local branch provides social and network gatherings, such as the recently launched CIArb Sessions breakfast events. Contact us on on LinkedIn or email us at southafrica@ciarb.org for more information.