Community Mediation in Singapore: Principles for Community Conflict Resolution

Abstract

As a global city, Singapore represents a special crisscrossing of numerous ethnicities, nationalities, & people. This article focuses on a planned approach in developing community mediation in Singapore against a backdrop of changing cultures. Key principles & issues for effective mediation, applicable in other contexts, are outlined. Leadership & training in community mediation, as well as public education & prevention of conflict, are discussed in this article. Community mediation must emphasize participation of members of the community & suit social, cultural, & political contexts.