Module 15: Conflict Discussion Mar 4- Mar 8 Imagine a conflict between a really loud, large, white, male supervisor who is an in-charge kind of person and a quiet, introverted, physically small, woman of colour who reports to this supervisor. Answer the following questions: What impact does the difference in access to power resources have in mediation between these individuals? • The focus here must be on the impact of the differences on the mediation, not a general discussion of power. •If you were the mediator, how would you seek to address the imbalance of access to power resources between these two for a mediation session? • How might this change if you perceive that the supervisor is a bully? If you perceive the supervisor to be a bully, do you mediate? Why or why not? Post your responses in the discussion forum and respond to the initial posts of at least two other people. In addition, engage in ongoing discussion with other students.

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