Samenvatting

The effective administration of justice in Sri Lanka is challenged by excessive delays in the delivery of people-centred justice services. The increased use of ADR models and approaches, such as Community Mediation Boards reduces the caseloads in the formal court system, providing multiple benefits to litigants and ensuring sustainability of the rule of law and good governance. The increased awareness and acceptance of the ADR mechanisms itself empower local communities and marginalised social groups in dealing with their local disputes in a more cost effective and sustainable manner.