Are we agents of change? Do we have a political role? And if yes, are we allowed to disclose our political opinions or does that endanger our neutrality? And if we hold them back, do we give up on a part of ourselves?
John looks as many aspects of us mediators as political beings, underlining that we can have both, as we have the capability to transcend bias by transforming conflict.
In his article „Mediator Engagement in Politics – and other things we care about“ he shares his thoughts on whether it is time to take a clear position as change agents.
What about the political opinions of mediators?