In this introductory episode, Dr Chinwe Umegbolu and Alec Chapa launch the series by exploring the growing significance of housing disputes in the United States (US) and across the globe.We discuss why housing-related conflicts, ranging from landlord and tenant disputes and evictions to issues of affordability, discrimination, homelessness, and property rights, have become increasingly important in today's social, economic, and legal landscape.We also introduce dispute resolution processes, including mediation, Ombuds, arbitration, and Early Dispute Resolution (EDR), which can be used to address these challenges.Alec touched on HousingShield by Mosaic Collaborative. Finally, we outline the key themes to be examined throughout the series while highlighting the comparative perspectives that listeners can expect. Stay tuned for guest speakers, field experts, and critical examination that aims to make the most appropriate dispute resolution methods available to help resolve housing disputes anywhere they emerge.#adr #housing #disputes #mediation #happyfathersday #homelessness #eviction #evictionmediation #landlord #tenant #awareness #housing #housingsheild #mosaic #collaborativelearning #publicpolicy #podcast #knockknock #humanrights #accesstojustice #education #awareness #oxfordshire #sanantonio #texas #atlanta #cherwell #banbury #oxford #london #highereducation #us #uk #world #england #wales #nigeria #uk #globe #global