Principles of Mediation
For the mediant:
- Responsibility:
The mediants are responsible for the outcome. - Relevant Facts:
Everything relevant to the outcome should be brought forward. - Binding Settlement:
At the end of the mediation process the mediants enter into a binding settlement.
For the mediator:
- Transparency:
Everyone is informed at all times what is going on. - Impartiality:
In no situation should the mediator take sides. He is bound to finding the best solution.
For all parties involved:
- Voluntary Participation:
All parties involved take part voluntarily and may back out at any time. - Confidentiality:
The parties are obliged to non-disclosure of any information from the mediation to the outside. - Participation:
Mediation lives from active participation. - Open outcome:
There is no presupposed outcome.
