Mediação transformativa: instrumento de promoção de autonomia

Abstract

This study has the scope to assess whether transformative mediation is able or not to promote the autonomy of its participants and how this occurs. The methodology used is theoretical research, through literature review of books and scientific articles on the subject and the method of reasoning is deductive. The main theoretical frameworks used in the conduct of the research are the theory of transformative mediation developed by Bush and Folger and the concept of autonomy centered on integrity created by Dworkin. Transformative mediation is a complementary method of conflict management that has as main objectives the achievement of empowerment and recognition of the other. The specific purpose of empowering itself contains the concept of autonomy as self-determination and ability of individuals to manage their own lives. In conclusion, due to its purposes, method and particular techniques, transformative mediation is a constructive means of conflict management that has the ability to promote the autonomy of its participants through empowerment, unlike traditional linear mediation, conciliation, arbitration and judicial proceedings. Moreover, this transformative model is able to manage conflict with the restoration, preservation or strengthening of existing social relations, differing from authoritarian models of dispute management.