A Political Science Study of Mediation in Central America: The Case of Costa Rica
Abstract
Mediation is a method of alternative dispute resolution. It should be considered as an instrument for the peaceful resolution of conflicts that contributes to make a change in the conduct of human relations. It also provides a better quality of life and promotes social peace. Mediation is the inter-vention of a neutral third party in a conflict. The conflict could be in the community, it could be organizational, economic, legal or political. The third party (mediator) will intervene in order that the parties in conflict resolve their problems and differences in a safe environment.
Mediation is a method of alternative dispute resolution. It should be considered as an instrument for the peaceful resolution of conflicts that contributes to make a change in the conduct of human relations. It also provides a better quality of life and promotes social peace. Mediation is the intervention of a neutral third party in a conflict. The conflict could be in the community, it could be organizational, economic, legal or political. The third party (mediator) will intervene in order that the parties in conflict resolve their problems and differences in a safe environment.
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