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The DRBF furthered its global reach and advocacy on 12 March 2026, as the Manila Construction Dispute Resolution Forum brought together a diverse group of stakeholders at the University of the Philippines-Bonifacio Global City. The event drew a robust audience of over 100 stakeholders, including international funding institutions, Philippine government agencies, contractors, consultants, and legal experts.

The DRBF announces the passing of founding member and former Executive Board President James (Jim) P. Donaldson

The Dispute Resolution Board Foundation marked its 30th anniversary with a high-impact side event during the Lusaka Arbitration Week in Zambia. Hosted jointly by the Lusaka International Arbitration Centre and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) Zambia, the session gathered legal practitioners, project owners, and policymakers to discuss the evolving role of Dispute Boards in the region.

This week in Washington, DC, DRBF Executive Director Ann Russo met with teams from the Millennium Challenge Corporation and The World Bank to discuss collaboration and the continued advancement of the Dispute Board process.

The DRBF is seeking historical articles, photos, and stories for DRBF’s 30th anniversary.

The DRBF is pleased to announce a landmark series of conferences taking place throughout 2026 in recognition of its 30th Anniversary.

The Dispute Resolution Board Foundation (DRBF) is proud to co-host the 3rd Pakistan International Disputes Weekend (PIDW), taking place October 11–12, 2025, at Serena, Islamabad. This year’s theme, “New Era for the Region: Peace, Progress and Global Dispute Resolution,” will gather leading global professionals in dispute resolution, arbitration, mediation, and court systems. As co-host, DRBF will deliver a 2-day workshop on Dispute Boards (October 9–10) and lead a panel discussion on international practices, featuring Region 2 President Xavier Leynaud and Past-President Giorgiana Tecuci. PIDW 2025 promises to be a landmark event for advancing global dialogue and innovation in dispute resolution.

DRBF and CAM-CCBC, with IBDIC support, hosted successful “Dispute Prevention” and “Presiding over Dispute Boards” workshops on Aug 19–20, 2025, led by expert trainers and attended by top professionals. Special thanks to CAM-CCBC for their support and venue.

Our staff benefited from connecting with peers, exploring innovative approaches to member service, and strengthening professional skills. The conference fostered team bonding and left us inspired by new ideas, practical strategies, and fresh perspectives to bring back to our work.

On July 15, the Dispute Resolution Board Foundation (DRBF), in collaboration with Argentina’s National Procurement Office and its Director...

The DRBF has launched a new on-demand training course, Dispute Board Administration & Practice Workshop, now available on DRBF.edu. Designed for both new and experienced professionals, the course covers key aspects of Dispute Board procedures, roles, ethics, and best practices. Offered in a flexible, self-paced format, it provides practical, high-quality training accessible from anywhere. This new course reflects the DRBF’s commitment to advancing global understanding and effective use of Dispute Boards.

In early 2025, CICA, EIC, and the DRBF released a joint position paper titled “Enhanced Efficiency Increases Value of Dispute Boards,” addressing practical challenges in DB implementation and offering recommendations for improvement. The paper was shared with development banks and key institutions to encourage global dialogue and action. Its findings will be presented to the broader construction and dispute resolution community during a webinar on 22 September 2025, highlighting the partners’ shared commitment to improving project delivery and dispute avoidance through more effective Dispute Boards.