In Community mediation, mediation is provided by trained
community mediators who represent the community. Community
mediation mechanisms are viewed as an opportunity for citizens
to participate in the prevention and early intervention of
conflicts as an alternative to institutional mechanisms. The
mission is to provide neutral and safe dispute resolution
opportunities through which individuals are empowered to work
collaboratively to develop creative and mutually agreeable
solutions to conflicts. Community mediation reduces legal
interference into conflict situations. Thus it promotes social
harmony and access to justice for the ordinary citizen against
the background of escalating legal fees and lengthy litigation
process. Disputes can be registered with the Clinic by one of
the parties or through referrals from courts, police, community
organizations, civic groups, religious institutions, government
agencies, community leaders or from any of the party’s friends
or family members. The request will be registe