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| What is Mediation |
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Mediation is a voluntary process in which the participants are assisted by an impartial person, the Mediator, to systematically isolate disputed issues, develop options, consider alternatives, and try to reach a consensual outcome which will accommodate the parties’ needs. Agreements which are freely reached rarely break down. Mediation has a high success rate. Even when the parties are unable to reach a settlement which suits them, they invariably find the mediation an empowering and healing process. Successful mediations offer businesses the opportunity to concentrate on being more successful; and help individuals retain valuable relationships. The real costs of conflict can be minimsed. The confidentiality of the mediation process encourages people to be open and frank about the issues between them. What types of disputes can be mediated? Mediation has proved to be an effective process for dealing with disputes around: • Employment • Environmental matters • Sport • Community • Neighbourhood • Commercial issues • Farming and rural issues • Family • Interpersonal issues • And many others Contraindications There are some situations where mediation may not be an appropriate dispute resolution process, and properly trained mediators will be able to advise you on these. They include cases where the disputes involves pure legal questions, and situations where a party may be at risk of physical harm.
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