Who we are

Maria and David

Maria Arpa
is a highly skilled conflict practitioner and trainer,
former Chair of Mediation UK, founder of the Centre for
Peaceful Solutions and founder of Conflict Practitioners Network.
Maria’s experience includes working with multi-national corporates,
residents on inner city etates where violent crime is prevalent as
well as with the police, local authorities, schools, families
and workplaces.


David Ellis is an experienced mediator and facilitator. Originally
from a commercial leadership background, David has mediated
with individuals and teams in diverse settings and co-mediates
with Maria on a regular basis.


Our team We draw on a trusted network of experienced practitioners
ranging from ‘legal mediators’ to ‘street mediators’ and to provide a tailor
made resource for your particular requirement. Led and managed by
David and Maria, we work with you to establish your needs and develop
service or training strategies to fulfill your brief.



Want to hear more?

The Mediation Service can be contacted on 07831 30 20 10 
or email