The Handbook of Mediation gathers leading experts across fields related to peace justice human rights and conflict resolution to explore ways that mediation can be applied to a range of spectrums including new age settings relationships organizations institutions communities environmental conflicts and intercultural and international conflicts. The text is informed by cogent theory state-of-the-art research and best practices to provide the reader with a well-rounded understanding of mediation practice in contemporary times. Based on four signature themesâcontexts; skills and competencies; applications; and recommendationsâthe handbook provides theoretical applicable and practical insight into a variety of key approaches to mediation. Authors consider modern conflict on a local and global scale emphasizing the importance of identifying effective strategies foundations and methods to shape the nature of a mediation mindfully and effectively. With a variety of interdisciplinary perspectives the text complements the development of the readerâs competencies and understanding of mediation in order to contribute to the advancement of the mediation field. With a conversational tone that will welcome readers this comprehensive book is essential reading for students and professionals wanting to learn a wide range of potential interventions for conflict. . Language: English