The SDNY Mediation Program reviews applications for new volunteers twice a year, approximately in the Spring and Fall. Applications may be submitted at any time and will be held until the next review. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The mediator evaluation checklist provides useful information about mediation practice at the Court. The Court welcomes qualified applicants from any and all backgrounds and believes that diversity in roster mediators contributes to our ability to provide quality service to litigants in the Court.