Konfliktdynamik

In Eastern Germany, trust in the effectiveness of democracy and its institutions is declining. The question arises as to what extent feelings of being left behind undermine support for democracy. Many regions in Eastern Germany are affected by...

Self-reflection is essential for developing mediation skills. This article demonstrates how reflection can be purposefully applied in learning, practicing, and teaching mediation. In emotionally charged situations, becoming aware of one’s own...

The primary aim of every mediation is to foster a deep understanding of the needs and positions of every opposing party. It is only upon this foundation that the mediation’s objectives can be jointly realized. This article explores how the...

In the face of current crises and conflicts, the proactive handling of these in municipalities is becoming more and more urgent. In this article, experiences from nine municipalities in North Rhine-Westphalia that have implemented an internal...

The perception of conflict situations in German municipalities is largely unexplored. This article is based on a quantitative survey in which municipal representatives in German municipalities were asked about current conflicts and conflict...