Mediation
Truce Mediation specialises in mediation. Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution process - i.e., an alternative to the litigation and judicial process.
With the assistance of an independent and impartial mediator, mediation brings disputing parties together to:
- identify the issues in dispute
- develop options for resolution
- consider alternatives
- reach a mutually agreed outcome
All Truce Mediators are fully qualified and nationally accredited with the National Mediator Accreditation System (NMAS).
Many Truce Mediators also specialise in particular areas of mediation – e.g., workplace mediation or family dispute resolution – and/or particular industries or areas – e.g., public sector mediation or family court matters.
For more information about Truce Mediation or to discuss your specific needs contact Truce Mediation.
Family Dispute Resolution
Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) is a formal mediation process specifically tailored to assist disputing families resolve matters regarding children and property. The FDR mediation process is governed by a detailed legislative framework under the Family Law Act 1975 and associated regulations. FDR is mediated by a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) who has been specifically trained in FDR mediation, and who is accredited with the Australian Government Attorney-General's Department.
Facilitated Negotiation
Facilitated negotiation is a process in which an independent mediator assists parties to identify problems to be solved, tasks to be accomplished or issues in dispute to be resolved. Facilitated negotiation may proceed to assisting parties to develop options, consider alternatives and work towards reaching an agreement. In some cases it may lead to mediation, conciliation or some other form of formal dispute resolution process.
Conciliation
Conciliation is a process in which an independent mediator acts as a conciliator to assist parties to identify issues in dispute, develop options, consider alternatives and work towards reaching an agreement. The conciliator may advise on the content of the dispute, respective considerations and/or the likely terms of settlement but does not have a determinative role.
Meeting Facilitation
Meeting facilitation is a process in which an independent mediator acts as an impartial chairperson to guide the participants in identifying and achieving the goals of the meeting. During this process the facilitator may work with the group to keep the content within agreed boundaries, provide all participants with the opportunity to be heard, resolve any matters of conflict which arise, and keep the group focussed on the shared purpose and goals.
