Language Barrier

who? moi? not sure I “get” it…

By Jennifer Safian / June 25, 2014

I recently came across a fascinating article in the Wall Street Journal on the impact of language on moral decisions made by people speaking their language of origin as opposed to a later acquired language. Though not faced with the same dilemmas, this article triggered in me some thoughts about my work with expatriates living…

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multicultural divorce and family mediation

By Jennifer Safian / November 20, 2013

an interview with Conflict Specialists host Dave Hilton In this radio blog, I was interviewed by Dave Hilton for his Conflict Specialists online radio show. Dave is a mediator, conflict engagement specialist, and trainer in the Texas area. As such, he has chosen to interview conflict resolution professionals all over the country and find out…

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multi-generational, multi-cultural and multi-lingual – and you think you have problems communicating???

By Jennifer Safian / November 6, 2013

Mediation isn’t just for couples seeking a separation or divorce. Mediation can also help families address any number of different scenarios: A couple trying to work out some marital difficulties Parents and a rebellious teenager not communicating Siblings arguing over the care of an elderly relation A blended family where the blending is not working…

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