Kuala lumpur: The Department of National Unity and National Integration (JPNIN), through the National Integration Research and Training Institute (IKLNH), is set to establish an accreditation body for the basic certification of mediators. This move aims to ensure that community mediation services maintain high quality, standards, and recognition.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, this initiative is part of three key strategies announced by National Unity Minister Aaron Ago Dagang during the ministry's monthly assembly. The strategies are designed to enhance and expand community mediation services across the nation. The community mediation service was introduced to manage neighbourhood-level conflicts more harmoniously and effectively, aiming to prevent disputes from escalating and avoiding the need for legal litigation.

The minister also announced the launch of the Handbook of Community Mediation Cases, which compiles real-life mediation cases to serve as a reference for mediators under the theme 'Community Mediators Catalysing National Harmony'. Additionally, 12 Community Mediation Centres will be established to provide local platforms where residents can access mediation services efficiently to resolve community conflicts.

The ministry highlighted that the mediation services are offered on a pro bono basis. The number of certified mediators has increased to 595, up from 571. This effort demonstrates the MADANI Government's ongoing commitment to strengthening national unity through an inclusive, proactive, and community harmony-focused approach.