THE CONCEPT

Integrative Mediation is a holistic approach to inter-ethnic conflict resolution. It integrates a variety of techniques, drawing on classical mediation, to assist local leaders in a bottom-up approach to problem-solving. Integrative Mediation combines five core elements:

- Mediation
- Consultancy
- Professional Training
- Research & Analysis
- Advocacy

Based on individual consultations, a series of mediations, joint meetings, and professional trainings are created to bring local leaders together.

Mediations focus on resolving urgent problems, while professional trainings seek medium to long-term solutions. At the trainings, participants are encouraged to create action plans and confidence-building initiatives to implement in their municipalities.

Problems identified as having systemic causes beyond the scope of the municipal level are further researched, and recommendations are advocated at appropriate institutions.

Through the combination of these different elements an integrative momentum is created in support of effective and sustainable conflict resolution.

Integrative Mediation - The Concept
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