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Background
Consensus-Based Stakeholder Processes
Mediation of Disputes Involving State Agencies
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Public Policy Consensus & Mediation:  State of Maine Best  Practices


Welcome to the State of Maine’s Consensus Process and Alternative Dispute Resolution Resource Center

This site will introduce you to the best practices and information concerning the use of

  1. Consensus-based stakeholder processes to develop policy and
  2. Mediation of disputes.

Background

Consensus-based Stakeholder Processes

What is a consensus process?
Why use a consensus process?
When to use a consensus process?
Steps of a consensus process?
Cautions in using consensus processes?
Examples of consensus processes in state government

Mediation of Disputes Involving State Agencies

What is mediation?
Why use mediation?
When to use mediation
How to select a mediator
Stages of the process
Cautions in using mediation
Examples of the mediation process in state government

Related web sites





The Consensus Processes project is supported in part by the State Planning Office, which provides technical assistance for the web site.