Discussion: Conflict

Discuss


Think of a recent conflict in your department that either required mediation or would have benefited from peer mediation? Discuss whether or not peer mediation would work in your department. Why or why not?

Naturally, a degree of conflict within any organization is a given. If you were to intervene in a conflict between two of your subordinates, how would you handle it? Present a hypothetical (or real) conflict situation and proceed with your explanation.

Please begin by identifying your affiliation (department/agency) and type of agency (career, volunteer, or combination). After posting your response, you should be responding to at least two of your colleagues by stating whether or not you agree with their proposed mediation approach and intervention strategies.

Respond

Participate in this discussion by responding in the discussion area for this course. After posting your original topic, follow up by responding to at least two of your colleagues with 125-word responses. Your postings must always combine your original thinking and opinion with authoritative references. Cite your sources, check your spelling and grammar, and make sure that your postings are well written.