The Collaborative Council of the Redwood Empire (CCRE) is a pioneer multi-disciplinary, multi-field group formed to educate practitioners, professionals and consumers regarding collaborative conflict resolution. CCRE membership is open to all professionals interested in the collaborative process. The group consists of family, probate and civil attorneys, mental health practitioners, financial experts and other types of experts that may be involved in a collaborative conflict resolution process. Activities include a monthly dinner meeting with an educational presentation and a monthly breakfast focusing on small group discussions. The events are an opportunity to learn more about the collaborative process and to become better acquainted with other collaborative professionals. The Council is committed to ongoing professional training as well as public relations programs and consumer education regarding the use of collaborative dispute resolution.