https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/ Read stories and updates on community mediation and dispute resolution. en Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:43:28 +0800 Isomer (https://www.isomer.gov.sg) https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/a-little-praise-goes-a-long-wayurn:isomer:resource:264154Raju and Eric’s club dispute over admitting foreigners is eased by mediation, praise, and common ground, leading to compromise and an amicable settlement.Friend/Co-worker Disputes https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/father-and-son--upgraded-version-urn:isomer:resource:264178A concise summary of the main points regarding this article.A father-son assault dispute turns into reconciliation through mediation, with each gaining perspective, leading to apology, forgiveness, and a chance for personal change. Family Disputes https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/help--your-singing-is-giving-me-a-headacheurn:isomer:resource:264182A noisy-neighbour dispute is resolved when empathy and patience reveal one party’s psychological condition, leading the other to compromise and preserve dignity. Family Disputes https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/i--o-u-but-not-that-muchurn:isomer:resource:264157A long-time loan dispute between friends over the amount owed is resolved through mediation, leading to a compromise repayment plan and closure. Friend/Co-worker Disputes https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/love-me-love-my-loverurn:isomer:resource:263848Jerlyn’s romance strains family ties due to distrust and jealousy, but mediation fosters understanding, improves communication, and leads to mutual respect and reconciliation. Family Disputes https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/sometimes-you-can-help-more-by-staying-outurn:isomer:resource:264186A neighbour dispute over religious rituals and noise is resolved when mediators curb overly aggressive supporters, allowing the parties to reach a mutual compromise.Neighbour Disputes https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/staying-or-not-you-are-payingurn:isomer:resource:264146A rental dispute escalates over defects and conflict, but mediation encourages compromise, leading to a fair, win-win resolution through mutual understanding and flexibility.Landlord-Tenant/Co-Tenant Disputes https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/stopping-the-noise-by-not-keeping-quieturn:isomer:resource:264144Randolph’s frustration over noise turns to empathy after learning his neighbour’s hardship. Through mediation and open dialogue, they resolve the issue and build mutual respect. Neighbour Disputes https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/the-sad-little-drummer-boyurn:isomer:resource:263850A man’s anger at noisy neighbours turns into empathy after learning of their family struggles, leading to understanding, support, and a peaceful resolution.Neighbour Disputes https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/there-s-no-tea-how-about-orangesurn:isomer:resource:264184A parking dispute between friends is settled through compromise and a face-saving apology, ending with a small gesture of goodwill instead of a confrontation.Friend/Co-worker Disputes https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/we-all-love-mommy-as-muchurn:isomer:resource:264150Siblings dispute how to care for their mother with dementia, but mediation and medical advice lead to a shared solution: one permanent home with costs jointly supported.Family Disputes https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/from-fury-to-friendshipurn:isomer:resource:264153A concise summary of the main points regarding this article.Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 +0800Neighbour Disputes https://cmc.mlaw.gov.sg/community-mediation-stories/where-there-s-smoke-there-s-fireurn:isomer:resource:264145A dispute over cigarette smoke escalates due to poor communication, but mediation builds empathy, leading to compromise, mutual understanding, and a better neighbourly relationship.Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 +0800Neighbour Disputes