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Umbreit presents a model for mediation called “humanistic mediation.‿ He describes it as a “dialogue driven‿ rather than “settlement driven‿ form of conflict resolution. It emphasizes meeting with the parties to hear their perspectives and prepare them; non-directive style of mediation; and the mediator’s unconditional positive regard for all parties (impartiality). Umbreit further details ways to make the mediation a “safe‿ place for the dialogue.
Link: http://www.rjp.umn.edu/img/assets/13522/What_is_Humanistic_Mediation.pdf
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