Winners Announced for the 2026
JAMS/APPP/OPMP 3rd Annual Online
Peer Mediation Tournament
The International Online Peer Mediation Tournament is made possible through the partnership of the JAMS Foundation, the Association of Peer Program Professionals (APPP), and the Online Peer Mediation Platform (OPMP).
The JAMS Foundation supports innovative programs that advance conflict resolution, access to justice, and peaceful problem-solving in schools and communities around the world. Through its generous support, the Foundation has helped expand opportunities for young people to learn and practice communication, empathy, collaboration, and mediation skills.
The Association of Peer Program Professionals (APPP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting excellence in peer helping, peer mediation, peer leadership, and peer support programs. APPP provides training, resources, networking opportunities, and professional recognition for educators and youth-serving professionals who empower young people to make a positive difference in their schools and communities.
The Online Peer Mediation Platform (OPMP) was created to expand access to peer mediation through technology. OPMP provides training, resources, and opportunities for students and educators to develop and demonstrate mediation skills in virtual environments, connecting youth from diverse communities and countries through the shared goal of peaceful conflict resolution.
Together, these organizations proudly sponsored the 3rd Annual JAMS/APPP/OPMP International Online Peer Mediation Tournament. This unique event brought together talented elementary, middle school, high school, and international peer mediators from across the United States and around the world to demonstrate their conflict resolution skills in a series of online mediation rounds. Participants were evaluated by experienced conflict resolution professionals and educators on their ability to facilitate dialogue, build understanding, manage conflict, and help disputants develop mutually acceptable solutions.
More than a competition, the tournament serves as a learning experience that strengthens communication, leadership, empathy, cultural understanding, and problem-solving skills. Students gain valuable experience that prepares them for success in school, future careers, and their roles as leaders in their communities.
We proudly recognize the champions of the 3rd Annual International Online Peer Mediation Tournament:
Elementary School Champion
Cresson Elementary School
Norwalk, California, USA
Middle School Champion
Walker Mill Middle School
Capitol Heights, Maryland, USA
High School Champion
Berea-Midpark High School
Berea, Ohio, USA
International Champion
Colegio San Carlos Middle School
Bogotá, Colombia
We congratulate all of this year's participants, coaches, coordinators, judges, and supporters whose dedication made the tournament a tremendous success. We especially commend our champions for demonstrating exceptional mediation skills, professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to peaceful conflict resolution.
We are excited to announce that planning is already underway for next year's International Online Peer Mediation Tournament. We encourage schools, peer mediation programs, and youth organizations from around the world to join us for an even bigger and better event. Whether your students are experienced mediators or new to peer conflict resolution, the tournament offers an engaging opportunity to learn, grow, compete, and connect with peers who share a commitment to creating more peaceful schools and communities.
We look forward to welcoming returning and new teams as we continue to build the next generation of peacemakers, one mediation at a time.
