This statute requires circuit courts to provide educational programs for parties to cases involving child custody or support. The programs must discuss the effects of divorce on minor children and the benefits of alternative dispute resolution, including mediation.
Missouri Statute 452.600: Educational sessions program shall be established by courts--for proceedings involving custody or support.
Missouri General Assembly. Aug. 1, 1998http://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=452.600&bid=25081&hl=