The use and effectiveness of mediation in forest and land conflict transformation in Southeast Asia: Case studies from Cambodia, Indonesia and Thailand

摘要

The abundance and intensity of forest and land conflicts in Southeast Asia highlights the importance of sound and robust strategies in transforming the conflicts. This study aims to increase the understanding of the role of mediation in transforming these conflicts, examine the effectiveness of mediation, gain insights into the challenges as well as opportunities to improve mediation practices. This was achieved by analyzing six mediation cases in Cambodia, Indonesia and Thailand. Various data acquisition methods were used including literature review, expert workshop, semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions. A conflict mediation analysis framework was also developed and applied.