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Introduction
The practice of mediation is deeply rooted in the many
diverse cultures that can be found in Asia. The study of
mediation and its techniques saw a resurgence in the 1990s
due in large part to the influence of the ADR movement
emanating from the west. This has resulted in an increase in
scholarship, research and development of mediation
techniques and practices. However such work has mainly come
from the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom.
This is not to say that there is no development of mediation
practices in Asia. Asian mediators have been creating a
quiet revolution by incorporating the techniques developed
in the west into the age old practices of mediation within
their own courts, cultures and countries.
The Asian Journal on Mediation aims to advance the practice
and development of mediation and mediation techniques in
Asia. Its goal is to be a forum for practitioners of
mediation in Asia to share their ideas, practices and
techniques in mediation.
Through the exchange of diverse experiences and ideas, and
the exploration of the different contexts in which mediation
takes place, it is hoped that mediation practitioners in
Asia will be influenced to further develop their skills and
techniques. With the exploration of models and
applications of mediation across Asia, it is hoped that
there will be an increased understanding of mediation and
the promise that it holds.
The Journal contains articles that relate to the practice
and application of mediation and mediation techniques.
Particular issues may focus on related themes such as
conflict management, dispute resolution system design.
Each issue contains Case Notes which are intended to provide
readers with updates on developments in mediation practice
in Asia. Case Notes could be in the form of profiles of real
life cases (edited as appropriate to protect anonymity and
ensure confidentiality) or updates on legislation and
jurisprudence relating to mediation.
Each article for the Journal is blind reviewed by a member
of an international panel of referees. Contributions are
always welcome for the Asian Journal on Mediation. The
preferred focus is on the current applications of mediation
or other forms of alternative dispute resolution or conflict
management in Asia. Articles or Case Notes on models of
mediation, applications for mediation and mediation
strategies (both from the mediator as well as advocate
points of view), or conflict analysis, negotiations and
negotiation strategies are also welcome.
The Journal is published annually. Contributors with
proposals and works in progress targeted for publication are
welcome to contact the Editor. The deadline for submission
of completed articles for the year is the end of February.
Articles should be upwards of 2,500 words in length while
Case Notes should be between 800 to 1,500 words in length.
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Submission Information.
For enquiries please contact the Editor and/or the
Secretariat at:
Asian Journal on Mediation
Singapore Mediation Centre
1 Supreme Court Lane
Level 4
Singapore 178879
Tel: +65 6332 4366
Fax: +65 6334 4940
Email:
journal@mediation.com.sg
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