The history of the establishment of the institution of mediation in Kazakhstan: problems and prospects

Abstract

This article describes the history of the formation of the institution of mediation in Kazakhstan as a
historically formed and developing, complex socio-cultural phenomenon, which, to one degree or another, is reflected in various cultures from ancient times to the present day. The authors considered the problems and prospects for the development of the institution of mediation. The characteristic features of mediation, its principles are analyzed, attempts are made to reveal the ethnopsychological features that impede the development of mediation in Kazakhstani society. The authors consider the implementation of the law “On Mediation”, the practice of using mediation in civil proceedings, which contributes to the development in Kazakhstan of an effective tool for resolving disputes and conflicts.