Dialogue On Divorce

"You don't get divorced from your spouse. It doesn't exist. It's a made-up word. You commit to a new relationship with them." - Avi Kahan Avi Kahan, a distinguished mediator and founder of the non-profit Vad Hadin Vahora, is renowned for his innovative approach to divorce proceedings, integrating halakhic principles with civil law to offer comprehensive conflict resolution. With a background in finance and law, he expertly navigates the complexities of money, ethics, and family dynamics, promoting mediation over litigation to transform traditional divorce processes. Kahan believes that many mediators act merely as facilitators who know the divorce system, rather than genuinely resolving conflicts, and advocates for a deeper form of mediation that focuses on understanding underlying conflicts and crafting third solutions acceptable to both parties. Envisioning a future where divorce is seen as a positive transition rather than a war, Kahan emphasizes the importance of viewing divorce as a means of improving r