Another important element is understanding the context. A fundamental challen...

Another important element is understanding the context. A fundamental challenge for a peace mediator is to motivate the warring parties to meet at the negotiating table. Extensive knowledge of the root causes to conflict is an absolute requirement. Women must be involved in all phases and levels of negotiating processes. Norway appreciates the fact that the Secretariat has developed guidelines for effective mediation, as well as its emphasis on impartiality.