A Democratic Toolkit Hidden in Mediation: Dialogical and Discursive Roots of Mediation and Democracy
2025, 108, Numer 1
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The article presents mediation as a broader concept, deeply rooted in the principles of democracy. At first glance, it may be difficult to see mediation as a realization of democratic values, and the concepts of mediation and democracy may seem analytically distant. Democracy usually relates to a political system, while mediation involves resolving conflicts between parties in individual situa-tions. However, as the authors explain, the fundamental principles of democracy and mediation—which is a meeting between conflicting parties with the participation of a neutral third party—share significant similarities. The article examines democratic principles such as individual autonomy, the promotion of the com-mon good, the pursuit of consensus, the guarantee of fair procedures, and the shaping of civic atti-tudes in the context of mediation. It demonstrates that the core principles of democracy are reflect-ed in mediation, on a micro level, within the process of resolving individual disputes. The model of deliberative democracy and the concept of "living democracy" or social capital suggest that democ-racy is not solely limited to the functioning of democratic institutions but must also encompass citi-zen participation and inclusion in everyday activities beyond those institutions. This broader under-standing of democracy places mediation at the heart of living democracy. The authors explore the relationship between mediation and democracy through key philosophical concepts: the philosophy of discourse and the philosophy of dialogue. Both, the discursive and dia-logical philosophies serve as foundational elements of democracy. These philosophies also offer a more universal understanding of mediation, not just as a method for reaching an agreement but also as a tool for personal growth, understanding others’ perspectives, and building social bonds. In their analysis, the authors conclude that mediation, as a method of dispute resolution and a plat-form for human interaction, aligns with the model and principles of deliberative democracy.
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