This is a bare bones introduction to the concept of Facilitation as it relates to a private dispute resolution center. The purpose of this essay is to provide the reader a general scope in which to understand specific facilitation initiatives that he or she may consider providing. What Facilitation is not. How Facilitation Initiatives are Conducted.
Facilitation is the process by which parties are prepared for negotiation or mediation.
While mediated settlements of problems can be very successful, in larger or chronic conflicts the parties often need facilitation before they are ready to negotiate or otherwise interact in a mediated environment. Facilitation may take many forms, from institutionalizing committees to track two analytical initiatives. Facilitation also often includes establishing paths of contact and understanding between groups. It uses a variety of processes that aid parties in becoming ready to negotiate. Facilitation is a process that leads towards dispute resolution.