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How to intervene in conflicts where the parties speak different languages?

In the most extreme scenario consider an English speaker with no knowledge of Spanish or Cantonese. The English speaker wants to mediate in a dispute between a Spanish speaker and a Cantonese speaker (neither of which have English fluency). What are some tools that will help in spite of the language barrier? How much proficiency in a language is needed? How does the level of proficiency impact the path to conflict resolution?

How to facilitate with people who have different motor abilities than the average person?

Consider someone with Cerebral Palsy (or some other condition). They may have trouble moving. They may have difficulty speaking. What are some ways to help them participate in conversations and activities?

How to respond to unverifiable statements (aka things you think are lies)?

Consider Person-A and Person-B. Person-A says "B did that." Person-B says "I did not." You have no way of knowing who is being truthful. This is likely to be occurring within a disagreement.

How to respond to unsolicited complaints about another person?

Person A says: "Person B is bothering me!"

Answered Questions