Indigenous Alternate Dispute Resolution Process Clause Samples

The Indigenous Alternate Dispute Resolution Process clause establishes a framework for resolving disputes using methods and principles rooted in Indigenous traditions and practices, rather than relying solely on conventional legal proceedings. Typically, this clause outlines steps such as mediation or negotiation facilitated by respected Indigenous elders or community members, and may specify the use of culturally appropriate protocols and venues. Its core function is to provide a respectful, culturally sensitive mechanism for addressing conflicts, fostering mutual understanding, and promoting solutions that honor Indigenous values and community relationships.
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Indigenous Alternate Dispute Resolution Process. The Indigenous alternate dispute resolution process is a flexible, inclusive process intended to facilitate the peaceful, respectful resolution of disagreements between parties to this collective agreement. It is intended to be guiding process to assist people with relating in harmony. For example, the Indigenous alternate dispute resolution process could include an Elder's council or peacemaking circle. Where parties have been unable to come to an agreement in respect to the interpretation, application, implementation or operation of this agreement, the Indigenous alternate dispute resolution process may be commenced at any one of the steps of the grievance procedure by mutual agreement of the parties. The parties recognize there are a number of resolution processes that are unique to Indigenous cultures. As such, the Indigenous alternate dispute resolution process in not limited to a single process. The process may consist of participation of the parties in a resolution circle intended to ▇▇▇▇▇▇ trust, honesty, respect, equality and consensus. Participants in the circle will be chosen in each individual case, by each party, based on the individual's ability to assist in the resolution process and may include external cultural support. (See Information Appendix G for more information). As with arbitrations, each party will pay one-half of the costs associated with the Indigenous alternate dispute resolution process.
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Indigenous Alternate Dispute Resolution Process. The Indigenous alternate dispute resolution process is a flexible, inclusive process intended to facilitate the peaceful, respectful resolution of disagreements between parties to this collective agreement. It is intended to be guiding process to assist people with relating in harmony. For example, the Indigenous alternate dispute resolution process could include an Elder's council or peace-making circle. Where parties have been unable to come to an agreement in respect to the interpretation, application, implementation or operation of this agreement, the Indigenous alternate dispute resolution process may be commenced at any one of the steps of the grievance procedure by mutual agreement of the parties. The parties recognize there are a number of resolution processes that are unique to Indigenous cultures. As such, the Indigenous alternate dispute resolution process in not limited to a single process. The process may consist of participation of the parties in a resolution circle intended to ▇▇▇▇▇▇ trust, honesty, respect, equality and consensus. Participants in the circle will be chosen in each individual case, by each party, based on the individual's ability to assist in the resolution process and may include external cultural support. (See Information Appendix D for more information). As with arbitrations, each party will pay one-half of the costs associated with the Indigenous alternate dispute resolution process. 9.7 Step 3 The President of the Union, or their designate, may present a grievance at Step 3: within 14 days after the reply has been conveyed to them by the representative designated by the Employer to handle grievances at Step 2; or within 14 days after the Employer's reply was due. At this step of the grievance procedure, each party shall provide to the other copies of their supporting documents (see also Section 12 of the Shared Fact Sheet).
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  • Informal Dispute Resolution Process 1. In the event there is a dispute under this Centralized Contract, the Contractor, OGS and Authorized User agree to exercise their best efforts to resolve the dispute as soon as possible. The Contractor, OGS and Authorized User shall, without delay, continue to perform their respective obligations under this Centralized Contract which are not affected by the dispute. Primary responsibility for resolving any dispute arising under this Centralized Contract shall rest with the Authorized User’s Contractor Coordinators and the Contractor’s Account Executive and the State & Local Government Regional General Manager. 2. In the event the Authorized User is dissatisfied with the Contractor’s Products provided under this Centralized Contract, the Authorized User shall notify the Contractor in writing pursuant to the terms of the Contract. In the event the Contractor has any disputes with the Authorized User, the Contractor shall so notify the Authorized User in writing. If either party notifies the other of such dispute, the other party shall then make good faith efforts to solve the problem or settle the dispute amicably, including meeting with the party’s representatives to attempt diligently to reach a satisfactory result through negotiation. 3. If negotiation between the Contractor and Authorized User fails to resolve any such dispute to the satisfaction of the parties within fourteen (14) business days or as otherwise agreed to by the Contractor and Authorized User, of such notice, then the matter shall be submitted to the State's Contract Administrator and the Contractor’s senior executive officer representative. Such representatives shall meet in person and shall attempt in good faith to resolve the dispute within the next fourteen (14) business days or as otherwise agreed to by the parties. This meeting must be held before either party may seek any other method of dispute resolution, including judicial or governmental resolutions. Notwithstanding the foregoing, this section shall not be construed to prevent either party from seeking and obtaining temporary equitable remedies, including injunctive relief. 4. The Contractor shall extend the informal dispute resolution period for so long as the Authorized User continues to make reasonable efforts to cure the breach, except with respect to disputes about the breach of payment of fees or infringement of its or its licensors’ intellectual property rights.

  • Alternate Dispute Resolution In the event of any issue of controversy under this Agreement, the PARTIES may pursue Alternate Dispute Resolution procedures to voluntarily resolve those issues. These procedures may include, but are not limited to, conciliation, facilitation, mediation, and fact finding.

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  • CENTRAL DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCESS The following process pertains exclusively to disputes and grievances on central matters that have been referred to the central process. In accordance with the School Board Collective Bargaining Act, 2014 central matters may also be grieved locally, in which case local grievance processes will apply. In the event that central language is being grieved locally, the local parties shall provide the grievance to their respective central agents.

  • Negotiation; Alternative Dispute Resolution The Parties will attempt in good faith to resolve any dispute or controversy arising out of or relating to the performance of services under this Agreement. If the Parties are unable to resolve the dispute, then, pursuant to San Francisco Administrative Code Section 21.36, Contractor may submit to the Contracting Officer a written request for administrative review and documentation of the Contractor's claim(s). Upon such request, the Contracting Officer shall promptly issue an administrative decision in writing, stating the reasons for the action taken and informing the Contractor of its right to judicial review. If agreed by both Parties in writing, disputes may be resolved by a mutually agreed-upon alternative dispute resolution process. If the parties do not mutually agree to an alternative dispute resolution process or such efforts do not resolve the dispute, then either Party may pursue any remedy available under California law. The status of any dispute or controversy notwithstanding, Contractor shall proceed diligently with the performance of its obligations under this Agreement in accordance with the Agreement and the written directions of the City. Neither Party will be entitled to legal fees or costs for matters resolved under this section.