BOLENG, Oct 13: The Siang District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) conducted the second day of its 20-hour Mediation Training Programme for Gaon Burahs and Gaon Burihs from various villages of Siang district at the community hall, Pangin, with active participation from the participants.
The programme was conducted under the supervision and guidance of Bido Sora, Secretary DLSA Siang, to strengthen the role of traditional village authorities in promoting peaceful and amicable dispute resolution at the community level.
The sessions were led by advocates Dugmo Tali, Kani Tamut and Tapang Tabing, with support from Para Legal Volunteers (PLVs) and staff of the DLSA and the court.
The second day focused on practical learning through role-play exercises and demonstrations. Participants assumed the roles of mediators and observers to understand the mediation process, with emphasis on neutrality, fairness, effective communication and mutually acceptable settlements.
Later, a practical demonstration of a simulated mediation session was conducted to help participants understand how to listen to both parties, facilitate dialogue and reach an amicable resolution.
The programme was productive and informative, equipping participants with practical skills to promote peaceful dispute resolution within their communities. (DIPRO)