Joel Lee - Böcker

The caste system is supposed to be inescapable-you cannot change the caste into which you are born. But are there ways to elude the system? Concealing Caste tells the stories of women and men in India who, though born into communities stigmatized as 'untouchable,' are perceived by others as 'high caste.' Like the literature on racial passing in the American context, the short stories and autobiographical essays in this volume reveal the inner workings of a vicious social order, illuminating the contradictions of caste hierarchy through the experience of those who clandestinely transgress its boundaries. Concealing Caste is the first collection of Dalit writings focused on this public secret. Bringing together Dalit literature from Marathi, Telugu, Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, English and Malayalam-including stories and essays never before translated-this landmark anthology illustrates the agonizing choices and at times devastating consequences faced by Dalits who experiment with identity in a society shot through with the principle of birth-based inequality.

The idea that India is a Hindu majority nation rests on the assumption that the vast swath of its population stigmatized as 'untouchable' is, and always has been, in some meaningful sense, Hindu. But is that how such communities understood themselves in the past, or how they understand themselves now? When and under what conditions did this assumption take shape, and what truths does it conceal? In this book, Joel Lee challenges presuppositions at the foundation of the study of caste and religion in South Asia. Drawing on detailed archival and ethnographic research, Lee tracks the career of a Dalit religion and the effort by twentieth-century nationalists to encompass it within a newly imagined Hindu body politic. A chronicle of religious life in north India and an examination of the ethics and semiotics of secrecy, Deceptive Majority throws light on the manoeuvres by which majoritarian projects are both advanced and undermined.

The idea that India is a Hindu majority nation rests on the assumption that the vast swath of its population stigmatized as 'untouchable' is, and always has been, in some meaningful sense, Hindu. But is that how such communities understood themselves in the past, or how they understand themselves now? When and under what conditions did this assumption take shape, and what truths does it conceal? In this book, Joel Lee challenges presuppositions at the foundation of the study of caste and religion in South Asia. Drawing on detailed archival and ethnographic research, Lee tracks the career of a Dalit religion and the effort by twentieth-century nationalists to encompass it within a newly imagined Hindu body politic. A chronicle of religious life in north India and an examination of the ethics and semiotics of secrecy, Deceptive Majority throws light on the manoeuvres by which majoritarian projects are both advanced and undermined.

What do nudges and choice architecture have to do with encouraging mediation?What should one consider when drafting enforceable mediation clauses?Does negotiating with children hold the secret to becoming better mediators?The signing of the Singapore Convention on 7 August 2019 heralds a new milestone in mediation. Contemporary Issues in Mediation Volume 4 examines the draft Convention of International Settlement Agreements resulting from mediation and provides some answers to guide the drafting of enforceable mediation clauses. Practitioners would be especially interested in the new section "Mediation Obligations and Ethics", featuring discussions on mediator's neutrality and confidentiality, as well as a mediation advocate's ethical duty of honesty. A traditionally well-received category "Mediation Skills" is also expanded with new entries, with one essay on crisis negotiation skills and another that examines how learning from children can help mediators better deal with emotions or difficult parties. Socially conscious readers will no doubt enjoy the research and views presented on an increasingly popular topic, how gender roles shape the power balance in family mediation. As the world heads into a new era with mediation given prominence on the global stage, the valuable insights in this edition will undoubtedly equip you with the necessary knowledge to navigate this space.

Contemporary Issues in Mediation (CIIM) Volume 5 builds on the success of the past four volumes as testament to a growing interest of authors and readers in the wide variety of issues that arise with mediation. Readers stand to benefit from a diverse range of topics selected for their high quality of research and novelty. With the recent signing of the Singapore Convention on Mediation in August 2019, there is no doubt that mediation is and will continue to be extremely pertinent in the world of dispute resolution. Edited by Singapore's leading expert on mediation and negotiation, Professor Joel Lee (National University of Singapore, Faculty of Law), the Chief Executive Officer of SIMI, Mr. Marcus Lim, and Assistant Professor Dorcas Quek-Anderson (Singapore Management University, Faculty of Law), CIIM Volume 5 is a unique and valuable addition to the growing body of literature in mediation and dispute resolution.

Contemporary Issues in Mediation (CIIM) Volume 6 builds on the success of the past five volumes as testament to a growing interest of authors and readers in the wide variety of issues that arise with mediation. Readers stand to benefit from a diverse range of topics especially selected for their high quality of research and novelty that cannot be replicated elsewhere. With the recent ratification of the Singapore Convention on Mediation in 2020, there is no doubt that mediation is and will continue to be extremely pertinent in the world of dispute resolution. The COVID-19 situation and evolution of technology has also heralded a new era of cross-border and domestic online dispute resolution. Edited by Singapore's leading expert on mediation and negotiation, Professor Joel Lee, and former Chief Executive Officer of the Singapore International Mediation Institute (SIMI), Marcus Lim, CIIM is a unique and valuable addition to the growing body of mediation and dispute resolution literature.

Contemporary Issues in Mediation (CIIM) Volume 7 builds on the success of the past six volumes as a testament to a growing interest of authors and readers in the wide variety of issues related to mediation. With the entry into force of the Singapore Convention on Mediation in 2020, mediation is and will continue to be increasingly pertinent in the world of dispute resolution. Readers stand to benefit from a diverse range of topics selected for their high quality of research and novelty. CIIM Volume 7 explores the role of mediation in the post-pandemic era, providing interesting perspectives on issues ranging from victim-offender disputes in the community to the resolution of inter-state armed conflicts. Edited by Singapore's leading expert on mediation and negotiation and Chairman of Singapore International Mediation Institute, Professor Joel Lee; Country Manager (Singapore) for Lupl, Marcus Lim; and Managing Partner of CJ Liew & Co, Josephine Hadikusumo, CIIM is a unique and valuable addition to the growing body of mediation and dispute resolution literature.

This book will be the 8th volume of Contemporary Issues in Mediation (CIIM), a thought-leadership publication which compiles the top submissions from an annual mediation essay competition organised by the Singapore International Mediation Institute. This book is edited by Singapore's leading experts on mediation and negotiation, Professor Joel Lee and Marcus Lim. CIIM is a unique and valuable addition to the growing body of mediation and dispute resolution literature.CIIM is the only publication on the market which seeks to explore current theories and applications of mediation concepts and practices in detail. Presently, most publications adopt a descriptive approach when outlining the uses of mediation. CIIM introduces an evaluative component into literature on this niche subject matter and pushes the boundaries of mediation thoughts and theory. Further, readers stand to benefit from a diverse range of topics selected for their high quality of research and novelty. All this will support the development of mediation as a profession undergirded by certain professional standards and practices.With the coming into force of the Singapore Convention on Mediation in 2020, mediation is taking a permanent place in the dispute resolution landscape. The success of the past 7 volumes of CIIM is a testament to the growing interest in the wide variety of issues that arise in this specialised field.

Is the need for a power balance still necessary for mediation in the Singapore context?In an increasingly digitised world, what challenges are there for online mediation?Is the distinction between facilitative and evaluative mediation still relevant?These questions, and more, are explored in Contemporary Issues in Mediation, the first ever compilation of essays on mediation topics and issues by top mediation students. Carefully selected and edited by leaders in the mediation and negotiation field Associate Professor Joel Lee from the National University of Singapore Faculty of Law, and Marcus Lim, Executive Director of the Singapore International Mediation Institute, this book is not only a unique addition to local mediation literature but also the first in a new annual series.

Is the need for a power balance still necessary for mediation in the Singapore context?In an increasingly digitised world, what challenges are there for online mediation?Is the distinction between facilitative and evaluative mediation still relevant?These questions, and more, are explored in Contemporary Issues in Mediation, the first ever compilation of essays on mediation topics and issues by top mediation students. Carefully selected and edited by leaders in the mediation and negotiation field Associate Professor Joel Lee from the National University of Singapore Faculty of Law, and Marcus Lim, Executive Director of the Singapore International Mediation Institute, this book is not only a unique addition to local mediation literature but also the first in a new annual series.

Should mediation be used in all family disputes?Is the time right for apology legislation in Singapore?What can mediators learn from improvisation theatre & neuro-linguistic programming?As the field of mediation continues to grow, so do the issues that face the modern mediator. Contemporary Issues in Mediation-Volume 2 provides a valuable launch-point for readers seeking answers to these questions, collecting the very best entries selected by leaders in the mediation and negotiation field — Prof. Joel Lee (National University of Singapore) and Marcus Lim (Singapore International Mediation Institute). This edition includes three essays on family mediation, and is an especially valuable addition to professionals working with family mediation.

Is it possible for mediation to strengthen the effectiveness of international commercial arbitration?What is the role of mediation in the pursuit of restorative justice?How successful is international peace mediation, and in particular, the efforts of the African Union?These groundbreaking discussions, and more, have been carefully selected for publication in Contemporary Issues in Mediation Volume 3, featuring an entry from Brazil for the first time. The 12 essays cover a diverse range of topics, written by both new and experienced mediators. Practitioners may be especially interested in the section titled "Mediation Skills", featuring essays that take a micro-perspective of the mediation process and the skills deployed by mediators.

This book will be the 9th Volume of Contemporary Issues in Mediation (CIIM), a thought-leadership publication which compiles the top submissions from an annual mediation essay competition organised by the Singapore International Mediation Institute. This book is edited by Singapore's leading experts on mediation and negotiation, Professor Joel Lee and Marcus Lim. CIIM is a unique and valuable addition to the growing body of mediation and dispute resolution literature.CIIM is the only publication in the market which seeks to explore current theories and applications of mediation concepts and practices in detail. Presently, most publications adopt a descriptive approach when outlining the uses of mediation. CIIM introduces an evaluative component into literature on this niche subject matter and pushes the boundaries of mediation thoughts and theory. Further, readers stand to benefit from a diverse range of topics selected for their high quality of research and novelty. This will support the development of mediation as a profession undergirded by certain professional standards and practices.With the coming into force of the Singapore Convention on Mediation in 2020, mediation is taking a permanent place in the dispute resolution landscape. The success of the past eight volumes of CIIM is a testament to the growing interest in the wide variety of issues that arise in this specialised field.

This book is the 10th volume of Contemporary Issues in Mediation (CIIM), a thought-leadership publication edited by Singapore's leading experts on mediation and negotiation, Professor Joel Lee and Marcus Lim. Each volume of CIIM compiles the top submissions from the annual mediation essay competition organised by the Singapore International Mediation Institute, presenting cutting-edge perspectives on mediation and dispute resolution.Unlike most publications that adopt a primarily descriptive approach, CIIM distinguishes itself by introducing an evaluative component to the study of mediation concepts and practices. It pushes the boundaries of mediation thought and theory, offering readers both depth and novelty. The essays featured in this volume cover a diverse range of topics, carefully selected for their high-quality research and originality, making CIIM a unique and valuable resource for both scholars and practitioners.The success of the past nine volumes reflects the growing global interest in mediation. With the coming into force of the Singapore Convention on Mediation in 2020, mediation is taking a permanent place in the dispute resolution landscape. CIIM contributes to this development by supporting the establishment of mediation as a profession underpinned by robust standards and practices.