In accordance with its statutory obligation, the staff at the Idaho Human Rights Commission invites both parties to resolve disagreements through mediation. This method has been successful in resolving conflicts from playground fights to international disputes. Mediation is a process in which an impartial third party assists the parties to resolve their dispute.
Mediation provides advantages to other forms of alternative dispute resolution methods.
Mediation is voluntary , however, both parties must agree to mediate. Unless both parties agree to use the mediation process as a way to help resolve their disagreement, mediation cannot occur. You should have the authority to settle, be ready to settle, and be prepared to commit any resources agreed upon. The mediator assigned to your case is a senior civil rights investigator in the Commission's mediation unit. This individual has successfully completed specialized training in mediation.