The ethics of mediation
THE PREMISE   
THE CLINIC   
THE METHOD   
THE OUTCOME   
FACILITATION   
EDUCATION   
BACKGROUND   
FEES AND POLICIES   
STANDARDS OF PRACTICE   
MEDIATION LINKS   

CONTACT   

STANDARDS OF PRACTICE
IV. Confidentiality

A mediator shall maintain the reasonable expectations of the participants with regard to confidentiality, except where confidentiality or disclosure is required by law.
  1. The mediator must clarify with the mediation participants the degree to which communication with the mediator, including communication during any individual sessions, will be confidential.
  2. Various laws set out different requirements regarding confidentiality and disclosure. The mediator should educate him/herself and the participants on the applicable requirements.


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