Business confidence
Encouraging faster, less adversarial outcomes that support commercial continuity.
What We Do / Ideology
Turning mediation into a social, professional and institutional norm.
With the enactment of the Mediation Act, 2023, India has taken a decisive step toward institutionalizing Mediation. IMF exists to ensure this potential translates into reality through coordination, credibility and collective action.
Why IMF Matters
India stands at a defining moment.
With a legal framework now in place, Mediation has the potential to strengthen business confidence, reduce litigation burden, improve ease of doing business, build trust in institutions and promote social harmony.
Litigation relief
Reducing burdens on courts while creating efficient resolution pathways.
Social harmony
Building trust in institutions and enabling dialogue across society.
Our Objectives
IMF is all committed to assist the policymakers, regulators, courts, businesses, academia and the society at large by working towards
IMF brings policy, practice, industry and public trust into one connected framework.
Unifying the Eco system
Connecting mediators, institutions, legal professionals, businesses and public bodies into a stronger national network
Driving Awareness
Increasing understanding of mediation amongst citizens, organisations, institutions and decision makers
Creating standards
Supporting ethical, professional and operational standards that help mediation grow with consistency and trust and becomes the first port of call for disputing partiers
Supporting Policy
Contributing insights and advocacy that strengthen the policy and regulatory environment for mediation in India
Expanding Adoption
Encouraging broader use of mediation across civil, commercial, workplace, institutional and community settings
Elevating the profession
Helping build recognition, capability and professional development for mediators across the country
The future we envision.
- Mediation is a default mindset
- Businesses adopt Mediation as a strategic choice
- Mediators are recognized as trusted professionals
- Conflict resolution is swift, fair and dignified
Aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, IMF seeks to embed Mediation into the nation’s growth story socially, economically and institutionally.
How we frame the work
Bridging policy, practice and people.
IMF’s role is to build a coherent and collaborative movement that spans professional, business and civic life.
Coordination
Connecting mediators, institutions, professionals and stakeholders into one visible ecosystem.
Credibility
Encouraging standards, ethical practice, best practices and stronger professional identity.
Collective action
Enabling awareness, advocacy, collaboration and adoption so Mediation becomes the preferred approach.
