Dr. Helen Bishop
Back to Mediators
Geographical Region
Dr. Helen Bishop
Helen is a dedicated advocate for restorative justice, relationship building, and community-led problem-solving within First Nations communities in Australia. As a Nationally Accredited Mediator and recipient of the 2019 Australian Alternative Dispute Resolution Award for A&TSIS Mediator of the Year, she is committed to advancing peacemaking and self-determination for First Nations peoples across the Northern Territory of Australia.
Helen has worked extensively with First Nations communities, collaborating with initiatives such as the Aboriginal Alternative Dispute Resolution Service, the Right People for Country project, and the Community Justice Centre in the Northern Territory. She is deeply concerned with the systemic injustices faced by First Nations peoples and strongly believes that alternative dispute resolution (ADR) practices and peacebuilding strategies should be at the heart of community-led solutions.
Her work emphasizes procedural fairness, responsible representation, and collaborative decision-making, ensuring that First Nations voices are at the forefront of conflict resolution. She is passionate about building trust, restoring relationships, and creating opportunities that empower communities to build their own peace. Helen’s vision is to strengthen community problem-solving mechanisms that foster lasting peace, fairness, and justice for First Nations peoples.