The concepts of authenticity and empowerment

The concepts of authenticity and empowermentwith the intention of raising the awareness of the mediator as to his or her importance in mediation. It is important for the mediator and disputants to operate from an authentic stance, and the process should support each person's ability to accomplish this goal. Additionally, the processes within the mediation should have the effect of increasing the personal empowerment of the disputants.

Respond to the following:

• Examine how empowerment relates to neutrality, impartiality, and increased self-efficacy.
• Explain how the InAccord stages and survey instruments support the goal of increased authenticity and empowerment.