EMPATHY SUMMIT: Saturday, November 4

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TOPIC: Why is Empathy Important for Conflict Resolution?

DETAILS

DESCRIPTION: Speakers talk about the role and importance of empathy in conflict resolution, mediation and alternative dispute resolution.
TIME: 8 am PT to 11am PT  (3 hours) 

WORLD TIMES:  https://bit.ly/3PdNLPb  
LOCATION:  Zoom https://zoom.us/j/9896109339  
RECORDING: Part of the event will be recorded and posted to social media for educational and promotional purposes. You have an option of being in a non recorded breakout group.

HOSTED BY THE EMPATHY CENTER

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SPEAKERS AND HOSTING TEAM

SUMMIT TEAM

• • Summit Series Host: Edwin Rutsch

  • Day Host:  Kathleen Oweegon  

  • Hour 1 Host:  Linda Bass and  BJ Brenda Guiden 

  • Empathy Circle Host: Linda Bass and  BJ Brenda Guiden  
    
    

PROGRAM 

8 am PT  

Speaker: DeAnna Guerrero

Speaker: Irene Zucker

Speaker: Sonal Kharbanda  Rectitude ADR India

Speaker: Chijoke Ibeux, 3C’s Mediation West Africa

Speaker: Lisa Singh 

9 am PT:  Empathy Circle
A 2 hour participatory dialogue using the Empathy Circle process.

How to Empathy Circle   (6 min)

Empathy Circle (1:30 hr) 

Debrief (15 min)

Next Steps: (2 min)

EMPATHY SUMMIT LINKS

Website:    http://EmpathySummit.com
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References

ChatGPT: Why is Empathy Essential In Conflict Mediation?

Empathy is essential in conflict mediation for several reasons:

1. Understanding Perspectives: Conflict often arises from different perspectives, needs, and interests of the parties involved. Empathy allows the mediator to truly understand and appreciate the emotions, concerns, and experiences of each person. By empathizing with their feelings and viewpoints, the mediator can create an atmosphere of trust and openness, fostering effective communication and problem-solving.

2. Building Rapport: Empathy helps build rapport and establish a positive relationship between the mediator and the parties in conflict. When people feel understood and heard, they are more likely to be open to the mediation process and willing to engage in constructive dialogue. Empathy conveys respect, validates emotions, and creates a safe space for participants to express themselves without fear of judgment.

3. Encouraging Emotional Expression: Conflict often generates strong emotions, such as anger, frustration, or sadness. Empathy allows the mediator to acknowledge and validate these emotions, providing an outlet for individuals to express themselves. By actively listening and empathizing with the emotions behind the conflict, the mediator helps parties feel heard and understood, reducing the intensity of negative emotions and facilitating a more productive discussion.

4. Facilitating Perspective-Taking: Empathy enables the mediator to encourage perspective-taking among the parties involved. By understanding and empathizing with each person's point of view, the mediator can help individuals recognize the validity of different perspectives. This understanding promotes empathy between the conflicting parties themselves, fostering a greater willingness to find mutually acceptable solutions and reach a resolution.

5. Generating Creative Solutions: Empathy opens the door to creative problem-solving by exploring the underlying needs and interests of all parties. When the mediator understands the emotions and concerns of each person, they can help generate options that address those underlying needs. Empathy allows the mediator to facilitate brainstorming and encourage collaborative decision-making, leading to more innovative and mutually satisfying solutions.

Overall, empathy in conflict mediation helps create an environment of understanding, trust, and emotional support. It promotes effective communication, encourages perspective-taking, and facilitates the exploration of creative solutions. By empathizing with the parties involved, the mediator can guide them toward resolution and foster a sense of satisfaction and reconciliation.