Unit Code: SCIS4107

Unit Name: Na veivakameautaki kei na Veivosovosoti (Mediation and Conflict Resolution in the Vanua Context)

Description: In Fijian society, conflict resolution within the \\\"vanua\\\" (community or village) is deeply rooted in traditional practices an d values, often involving mediation to restore harmony and resolve disputes. The \\\"Turaga ni Vanua,\\\" or village chief, plays a crucial role in facilitating these resolutions, drawing upon customary laws and protocols to ensure fairness and respect for all parties. This course integrates core mediation principles with local cultural contexts, including the role of traditional dispute resolution methods and the impact of social structures.

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Prerequisite: None

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 15

Offered In: Semester 1