Bundesverband MEDIATION e.V.

What Bundesverband MEDIATION e.V. does

Bundesverband MEDIATION e.V. (BM), registered as a non-profit association (eingetragener Verein) in Berlin-Charlottenburg under VR 33916 B, is Europe's largest professional mediation association with over 3,200 members as of 2026. Headquartered at Wittestraße 30 K, 13509 Berlin, with a licensing administration office in Witzenhausen, the association operates as a membership organization that connects trained mediators with individuals, families, companies, public institutions, and schools seeking conflict resolution services. Its portfolio centers on the Mediator Finder online directory covering 23 specialty areas, a free daily conflict hotline (0800-247 3676, 8:00–20:00), training and continuing education programs, BM licensing for mediators and Ausbilder BM certification for trainers, and the Spektrum der Mediation professional journal (transitioned to online format). The association is structured around 29 regional groups across major German cities and 14 specialized working groups (Fachgruppen) covering areas such as Elder Mediation, Family & Partnership, Healthcare, Sports, Church, and Online Mediation.

The business model is subscription- and certification-driven. Revenue streams include recurring membership dues, licensing/certification fees for Mediator BM, Ausbilder BM, Schulmediator BM, and Mediator im Elementarbereich designations, event participation fees for BM-CAMPUS webinars, BM Werkstatt workshops, and Fachtagung conferences, plus publication-related revenue. Membership provides access to networking, professional development, and inclusion in the Mediator Finder directory, while BM licensing creates quality differentiation aligned with the German Mediation Law (Mediationsgesetz). Distribution is community-led: seekers find mediators via the online directory or hotline; mediators join through membership applications and certification procedures; and outreach is amplified by the annual Tag der Mediation on June 18, which spans seven German-speaking and European countries through partnerships with organizations including BAFM, BMWA, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Mediation, DFfM, FSM, ÖBM, and Österreichisches Netzwerk Mediation.

Governance rests with an elected board led by 1st Chairman Christian Hartwig and 2nd Chair Monika Lentz, plus five additional board members (Christiane Hütter, Georg Koik, Carmen Kurbjuhn, Sven Mildenberger, Dr. Thomas Windmann) and operational staff handling licensing administration and member services. The association holds multiple registered trademarks covering its brand and certification marks, and advocates publicly for cooperative conflict resolution — most recently through Chairman Hartwig's June 2026 statement on the elimination of conciliation procedures in German basic income support administration.

Name

Bundesverband MEDIATION e.V.

Legal name

Bundesverband MEDIATION e.V.

Website

https://bmev.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Bundesverband MEDIATION e.V. is a Berlin-based non-profit professional association and Europe's largest mediation membership body with 3,200+ members, providing mediator certification (BM), training, a conflict hotline, a 23-specialty mediator directory, and 29 regional plus 14 specialist groups across German-speaking Europe.

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Product category

Professional Mediation Association Services

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139), Professional Organizations (81392)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Mediation, Negotiation Support & Peace Processes (BPADAFAC)

Keywords

• Professional mediation services
• Conflict resolution training
• Mediator certification programs
• Membership association services
• Alternative dispute resolution

Headquarters

HQ city

Berlin

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: The association generates revenue through membership fees. Members include trained mediators and those interested in mediation. Membership provides access to networking, professional development, and the mediator finder directory.
2. Training and Certification Fees: Revenue from licensing/certification procedures for mediators and trainers. The association offers BM licensing for mediators and Ausbilder BM certification for trainers.
3. Event Participation Fees: Revenue from workshops, seminars, regional group meetings, and educational events. Training events like the BM Campus and BM Werkstatt are offered for member participation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Bundesverband MEDIATION e.V. (BM) is Europe's largest professional mediation association, providing a national directory of qualified mediators across 23 specialty areas, a free telephone conflict hotline (Konflikt-Hotline), and structured mediator training, certification, and licensing programs (BM and Ausbilder BM). The association also operates regional chapters and specialist working groups, publishes the Spektrum der Mediation journal, and runs continuing education events through the BM Campus platform. Revenue is generated primarily through member dues, licensing fees, and paid training and certification events.

Product overview

Bundesverband MEDIATION e.V. (BM) is Europe's largest mediation association offering a portfolio of interconnected services focused on conflict resolution and mediation. The core offerings include the Mediator:innen-Finder directory for finding qualified mediators, a free Konflikt-Hotline for immediate conflict counseling, and comprehensive Aus-, Fort- und Weiterbildung programs for mediator training and licensing. The organization supports its over 3,000 members through Regionalgruppen and Fachgruppen networks, including specialized Online-Mediation services and the innovative Gesellschaftliche Dialogräume initiative for societal dialogue facilitation. BM also publishes Spektrum der Mediation and organizes events through BM-CAMPUS, with an annual Tag der Mediation awareness campaign.

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Products and services

• Mediator:innen-Finder (Mediator Finder) Online directory on www.bmev.de allowing users to search and find qualified BM-licensed mediators across 23 specialty areas including workplace, family, elder, school, healthcare, online, and others. Used by individuals, families, companies, and public institutions seeking professional mediation.
• Konflikt-Hotline (Conflict Hotline) Free telephone hotline providing immediate conflict counseling and 'first aid' in acute conflict situations and referrals to qualified mediators. Available daily 8:00 to 20:00 at 0800-247 3676 for callers in Germany.
• Aus-, Fort- und Weiterbildung (Mediator Training & Education) Qualified mediation training programs including initial training (Ausbildung), advanced courses (Fortbildung), and continuing education (Weiterbildung) for prospective and practicing mediators. Aligned with the German Mediation Act (Mediationsgesetz) and BM quality standards.
• Lizenzierungsverfahren (BM Licensing Procedure) Formal licensing procedure granting the 'Mediator BM / Mediatorin BM' and 'Ausbilder BM / Ausbilderin BM' credentials. Includes recognition of qualifications and ongoing quality assurance, including specialty credentials such as Schulmediator BM and Mediator im Elementarbereich.
• Spektrum der Mediation (Spectrum of Mediation) Specialist professional journal of the association covering mediation practice, conflict resolution theory, and association developments, transitioning from print to an online magazine format.
• BM-CAMPUS Online events and webinar series for BM members delivering continuing professional development sessions, networking events, and specialized training workshops beyond initial mediation training.
• Online-Mediation (Fachgruppe Online Mediation) Mediation services delivered via digital platforms by members of the BM specialist group, enabling remote conflict resolution for clients regardless of location.
• Gesellschaftliche Dialogräume (Societal Dialogue Spaces) Facilitated dialogue and mediation services for municipalities, organizations, and civil-society initiatives addressing polarizing societal topics and citizen participation processes.
• Tag der Mediation (Mediation Day) Annual international mediation awareness event held on 18 June each year, promoted jointly by mediation associations across Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Italy, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Switzerland.

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Ideal customer profiles3 records

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Tag der Mediation InitiativecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 June 2013Annual cross-border initiative launched in 2013 involving mediation associations from Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Italy, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Switzerland to promote mediation awareness on June 18th each year. Participating organizations jointly raise public awareness for mediation as an effective conflict resolution method.
• Bundes-Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Familien-Mediation e.V. (BAFM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization in the Tag der Mediation initiative, specializing in family mediation. BAFM organizes joint conferences including the annual Fachtagung on 'Children in Family Conflicts'.
• Bundesverband Mediation in Wirtschaft und Arbeitswelt e.V. (BMWA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization in the Tag der Mediation initiative, focusing on mediation in business and workplace contexts.
• Deutsche Gesellschaft für Mediation e.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization in the Tag der Mediation initiative, contributing to the joint effort to promote mediation across German-speaking countries.
• Deutsches Forum für Mediation e.V. (DFfM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization in the Tag der Mediation initiative.
• Federation Suisse Mediation (FSM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSwiss partner organization in the Tag der Mediation initiative, representing Swiss mediators in the cross-border collaboration.
• Österreichischer Bundesverband für Mediation (ÖBM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAustrian partner organization in the Tag der Mediation initiative.
• Österreichisches Netzwerk MediationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdditional Austrian partner organization in the Tag der Mediation initiative.
• Mehr Demokratie e.V.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for the Fachgruppe Gesellschaftliche Dialogräume, supporting civic participation and democratic dialogue processes.
• inmedio-peace-consultminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for learning and knowledge exchange in dialogue work and peace consulting.
• BürgernetzwerkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCivil society network partner for dialogue and civic engagement initiatives.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Bundes-Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Familien-Mediation e.V. (BAFM): German professional association for family mediators, directly competing with BMEV for members specializing in family/partnership mediation. BAFM is a core partner in the Tag der Mediation initiative and co-organizes the annual 'Children in Family Conflicts' conference.
• Bundesverband Mediation in Wirtschaft und Arbeitswelt e.V. (BMWA): German professional association specializing in business and workplace mediation, directly competing with BMEV's Wirtschaft & Arbeitsleben segment. BMWA is a core partner in the Tag der Mediation initiative.
• Deutsches Forum für Mediation e.V. (DFfM): German mediation association operating as a peer in the same professional membership category. DFfM is a core partner in the Tag der Mediation initiative and offers overlapping certification and networking services.
• Deutsche Gesellschaft für Mediation e.V. German professional mediation association offering overlapping membership, training, and certification programs. A core partner in the Tag der Mediation initiative, competing for the same German mediator population.

Regional players

• Österreichisches Netzwerk Mediation: Additional Austrian mediation network serving as a regional peer and partner in the Tag der Mediation initiative. Overlaps with BMEV in mediation advocacy, networking, and cross-border awareness campaigns.
• Österreichischer Bundesverband für Mediation (ÖBM): Austrian national mediation association operating as the primary peer organization in Austria. ÖBM is a core partner in the Tag der Mediation initiative, serving Austrian mediators with comparable membership, training, and certification offerings.
• Federation Suisse Mediation (FSM): Swiss national mediation federation representing Swiss mediators in the Tag der Mediation initiative. FSM operates as the comparable regional peer serving Switzerland, with overlapping membership and certification functions.

Broad incumbents

• Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR): UK-based international dispute resolution organization providing mediation training, accreditation, and services. CEDR operates as a broader incumbent in the European mediation market, offering overlapping mediator certification and corporate mediation services.
• International Mediation Institute (IMI): International not-for-profit organization promoting mediation through a global mediator directory and qualification standards. IMI is a broader incumbent peer in cross-border mediator certification, intersecting with BMEV's BM licensing and international initiatives.

Emerging players

• Mediationszentrale e.V. Smaller German mediation association focusing on alternative dispute resolution services. Functions as an emerging/niche peer with partial overlap to BMEV's directory and member services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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