The “Future of Mediation III Symposium,” organized by the Ibn Haldun University Dispute Resolution Application and Research Center (UÇAM), was successfully completed with high participation between April 17-19, 2026. Supported under the TÜBİTAK 2223-B Domestic Scientific Event Organization Support Program, the symposium created an important academic platform addressing current developments and applications in the field of mediation.
The first day of the symposium was held in person at the Ibn Haldun University Başakşehir Campus, while the second and third day sessions were held online. Over three days, a total of 51 papers were presented in 15 sessions, comprehensively evaluating the applications of mediation in different fields, current problems, and future perspectives.
The program included: The symposium addressed mediation practices in numerous areas, including labor law, commercial disputes, family mediation, international mediation, and real estate and rental disputes, while also discussing the impact of artificial intelligence and digitalization on mediation processes. Presentations, particularly those focusing on family mediation, labor disputes, and international regulations, highlighted the multifaceted nature of the field.
The symposium also evaluated the normative and practical dimensions of mediation in light of current developments such as the Singapore Convention, United Nations guidelines, and international practices, fostering a rich discussion environment with contributions from diverse disciplines.
Attracting significant interest from academics, practitioners, and legal professionals, the symposium successfully concluded, providing a platform for important exchanges of ideas regarding the future of mediation.
