First round table: How can we think about mediation in the face of structural, systemic and collective violence?
What might once have seemed to be an unthought of mediation is now becoming more and more the subject of reflection, particularly under the influence of various contemporary collective movements: the idea that mediation can be a realistic and constructive approach to managing various forms of structural, systemic and collective violence. As well as questioning the 'expansive' shift of mediation to previously closed areas of violence (sexual and domestic violence spring to mind), the speakers will help us to situate mediation in relation to these types of violence: how is mediation viewed in the context of these types of violence? A counter-cultural practice? A practice for transforming social relations? Transitional and transformative justice? Does the extension of mediation to this range of violence reconfigure the main principles of mediation? Is mediation being used as an instrument?
Second round table: Beyond interpersonal violence, what can we learn from mediation experiences?
This round table will bring together people who have taken part in mediation processes in various contexts of structural violence. Sharing these unique stories will open the door to fascinating discussions on the challenges facing mediators in such situations: how is this type of process initiated? By whom? Under what conditions? In what way? What realistic objectives can be set? Can the classic ethical principles of mediation (impartiality, neutrality) be easily applied? What were the results of these processes? What can we learn from these experiences for the practice of mediation?
Third round table: What kind of training is needed for mediation in the face of today's violence?
While the subject of mediation training is widely discussed, it is much rarer to hear or read practical and theoretical reflections on mediation training applied to current violence. This round table will therefore be particularly original and stimulating, bringing together people with experience in training and support in this type of mediation. In the face of collective, systemic or structural violence, are there limits to training? How can mediators be trained? With what tools? From what angles and perspectives? What format should be used? What style of mediation is particularly suitable? Who is authorised to train? How should mediators be selected? Are the ethical guidelines the same in this type of conflict? How should impartiality be defined? Is the role of the third party more complicated?
This content has been updated on 3 November 2024 at 17h10.