The Importance of Mediation in Schools and Classrooms
School mediation should be a fundamental tool for managing conflicts that arise in the educational environment.
School mediation should be a fundamental tool for managing conflicts that arise in the educational environment.
For years, the social image of juvenile offenders was associated with violence, rebellion, and defiance of authority. However, those of us who work closely in Juvenile Detention Centers (CIMI) know that this representation is increasingly distant from current reality. Today… Read more
Becoming a mediator is not just about acquiring a technique or a qualification. It is, above all, a way of approaching conflict.
The first time Daniel stopped talking in class, no one noticed. It wasn't a sudden change, but a silent withdrawal: he started by not raising his hand, then by sitting in the back row, and later by making up excuses to avoid going out to recess. When his teacher wanted to… Read more
In recent years, mediation has ceased to be a peripheral institution of the Spanish legal system and has become a central instrument in conflict management.
According to UNESCO (2020), a culture of peace is based on the principles of the Charter of the United Nations, respect for human rights, democracy, tolerance, and education for peace. It also involves promoting sustainable development, gender equality, and civic participation as part of a comprehensive approach to preventing violence and conflict.
Self-harm and suicidal behavior in adolescence are a sign of suffering and a cry for help that we cannot ignore. Behind a cut, a burn, or impulsive behavior is often intense emotional pain and difficulty regulating or expressing one's feelings. In this guide… Read more
Enhanced informed consent in family mediation is not just a document to sign and forget. It is an ethical and legal guarantee that protects participants, brings transparency to the process, and empowers them in their decision-making.
New educational methodologies should not be viewed as a fad or a panacea. They represent a necessary path to addressing the challenges of the 21st century.
Gender-sensitive pre-mediation checklist: Before initiating any mediation process, it is essential to assess minimum conditions of safety, fairness, and voluntariness. This checklist helps identify risks, inequalities, and situations of control in order to make ethical and procedural decisions that protect all parties.