Occasional Paper: “Some Reflections on the Role of Power in Track II Mediation,” by Dr. Evan Hoffman

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In this Paper, Dr. Hoffman presents key insights on the role of power in Track II mediation based on his personal experiences undertaking peacemaking and mediation in Canada and overseas over the last twenty years.

Read the paper here.