Community Mediation
Supporting community-based mediation to resolve disputes at the local level.
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Building peaceful communities through dialogue, mediation and access to justice.
We work with communities, local leaders and justice-sector partners to prevent disputes, strengthen mediation and promote fair, safe and sustainable solutions.
Focus areas
Our thematic areas
TA's work in community-based justice spans four connected areas.
Conflict Prevention
Identifying risks early and strengthening social cohesion through dialogue and civic participation.
Peacemaking objectivesAccess to Justice
Linking people to fair and timely justice services, including the ADR system and legal aid.
Access to JusticePeacebuilding & Social Cohesion
Promoting unity, tolerance and coexistence for resilient communities.
Related resources on peacebuilding and social cohesionMethod
How We Work
Our approach combines community engagement, capacity building and strategic partnerships to prevent conflict and deliver sustainable solutions.
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Step 1: Prevent
Build awareness, strengthen community structures and address root causes.
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Step 2: Listen & Assess
Understand the issues, map stakeholders and assess risks.
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Step 3: Mediate & Refer
Facilitate dialogue and refer cases to appropriate services.
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Step 4: Follow Up
Support implementation and monitor outcomes.
Knowledge
Publications on justice and mediation
Reports on ADR, mediation, access to justice and peacebuilding in Rwanda.
Work with us on ADR and conflict prevention
We welcome collaboration with:
- Justice-sector institutions
- Civil society organisations
- Research bodies and universities
- Donors and development partners