Measuring success of community mediation is subjective. Success can and should be measured based on participant and community satisfaction, the sense of fairness, and longevity of resolution. It is difficult, but not impossible, to measure these perceptions.
Part 2 – Community Mediation: Design for Justice
This article is part two in a four-part series examining the mechanics in building successful community mediation. Is the process perceived as fair, and does mediation have the potential to achieve justice for the community?
Part 1 – Community Mediation: Unique, Arduous, Rewarding
The Community Mediation Process: Part One - Planning, Preparation and Design, Process, Evaluation and Monitoring. Community conflict is a fact of life. This year has created new and critical challenges that fuel social and cultural unrest. Many communities are turning to mediation as a way to achieve understanding, resolve conflict and create a better future... Continue Reading →
The Mystery of Arbitration – We like “Appropriate” Arbitration
Be informed, selective and informed to find a revered arbitrator that express qualities in ethics, knowledge and organizational strength.
Happy Presidents Day – Remembering Perceived Irreconcilable Conflict
Jeff Sachs – “Lessons in Peace Making” seems an appropriate tribute to this Presidents Day. It was the Cuban Missile Crises of 1962. The key take away from this great read is that when the majority of decision makers felt that proliferation had reached a point of no return and that peace could not be achieved, President John F Kennedy’s vision was different.
Attention all Organizations – Train your Managers to be Mediators!
Mediation is an essential skill for managers as they encounter conflict management situations almost daily. These skills offer managers structure to identify and deal with conflict.
Conflict Resolution in the Workplace – What To Do When An Employee Sees Red
Conflict resolution and dealing with anger in the workplace is one of the most difficult and awkward processes a supervisor/manager/director must face. We suggest 5 steps to deal with anger in the workplace.
When it Comes To Conflict Resolution, Is There a Cure for Hostility?
Five steps to follow when hostility is present in a conflict resolution where a "retiring the feud" may be impossible.