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Ethical Challenges for Intercultural Mediators in Preventing and Remedying Potential Unequal Access to the Public Space

  • Omer Shapira
  • Ono Academic College

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Abstract

In an increasingly diverse Europe, interaction between locals and newcomers with varying backgrounds is inevitable, presenting both challenges and opportunities. This chapter emphasizes the importance of equal access to public spaces like justice, information, and services. Recognizing the vulnerabilities of newcomers, it highlights the crucial role of mediation and mediators in facilitating their access. Mediators with cultural awareness and sensitivity can fill in communication gaps and combat prejudices. However, they face ethical challenges in navigating power imbalances and ensuring fair participation. The chapter aims to raise awareness of these obstacles and the potential of mediation, ultimately calling for higher-quality and ethical practices to create harmonious and inclusive society.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAccessing the Public Sphere
Subtitle of host publicationMediation Practices in a Global World
PublisherSpringer Nature
Pages91-112
Number of pages22
ISBN (Electronic)9783031573774
ISBN (Print)9783031573767
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2024
Externally publishedYes

Bibliographical note

Publisher Copyright:
© The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
    SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Keywords

  • Access
  • Competence
  • Culture
  • Equality
  • Ethics
  • Impartiality
  • Justice
  • Mediation
  • Mediators
  • Neutrality
  • Power
  • Self-determination

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