2006 New York Code - Conferencing And Mediation.

 
    §  1018.  Conferencing  and  mediation.  In  any  proceeding initiated
  pursuant to this article, the court may, at  its  discretion,  authorize
  the  use of conferencing or mediation at any point in the proceedings to
  further a plan for the child that fosters the  child's  health,  safety,
  and  well-being.  Such  conferencing or mediation may involve interested
  relatives or other adults who are significant in the life of the child.