Resolving conflict in local communities
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WHAT IS MEDIATION ?
- Mediation is a way of dealing with disputes that helps those involved reach an agreement which everyone can live with.
- Mediators are independent people who will listen to all sides and help find common ground.
- Mediation is free, voluntary and confidential, and can stop problems getting out of hand.
WHAT WILL HAPPEN ?
- A mediator will visit you to hear about the difficulty and discuss options with you.
- If you agree, they visit the other person/people involved and hear their views.
- If everyone wishes to, we will help all concerned work out a mutually acceptable agreement.
WHY DOES IT WORK ?
- Mediation concentrates on practical solutions for the future.
- The agreement made is yours - the mediators just help you reach it.
- Mediation aims to improve the situation for everyone involved.
MORE THAN 90% OF FACE TO FACE MEDIATIONS END IN AGREEMENT
Aberdeenshire Community mediation is managed by SACRO and sponsored by Aberdeenshire Council
For more information on mediation in Aberdeenshire and contact details go to the
SACRO web site.
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