The New York Ethical Standards for Mediators provide professional guidance for mediators practicing in New York State. These standards ensure that mediators adhere to a set of best practices in order to promote effective and equitable resolutions to disputes. There are three types of ethical standards for mediators in New York State: 1. New York Uniform Mediation Act (YUMA): The YUMA is a set of guidelines that outlines the roles, responsibilities, and powers of mediators when engaged in the mediation process. The YUMA covers topics such as confidentiality, neutrality, and disclosure, and these guidelines are designed to protect those involved in the mediation process. 2. New York State Council on Divorce Mediation (SYSTEM): The SYSTEM is an organization of mediators who have agreed to adhere to a set of professional standards developed by the organization. These standards cover topics such as qualifications, fees, conflict of interest, impartiality, and disclosure. 3. New York State Bar Association (NY SBA): The NY SBA has developed a set of ethical guidelines for mediators that are similar to those found in the YUMA and the SYSTEM. These guidelines cover topics such as impartiality, confidentiality, and disclosure. In addition to the above ethical standards, mediators in New York State are expected to adhere to a code of professional conduct which can be found on the New York State Bar Association's website. This code outlines the expectations of mediators and provides guidance on topics such as impartiality, confidentiality, and professionalism.