Tariq Ramadan

Tariq Ramadan

Synergos Social Entrepreneur & Founder, Street Arbiters

Through Tariq Ramadan's organization Street Arbiters, Tariq Ramadan offers a simple and unique solution for resolving disputes as an alternative to full judiciary processes. Having witnessed social violence in a variety of contexts, including familial, labor, and neighborhood relations, Tariq realized that most of the conflicts began as simple daily disputes or minor conflicts of interest.

In cases where the dispute turned violent, Tariq noticed that the absence of a fast acting and direct mechanism for justice led to increasing hostility, further escalation, and ultimately more expensive and lengthy court cases. Street Arbiters addresses these challenges by establishing arbitration centers and working with partner civil society organizations to train staff to work as mediators. The centers offer a cheap, fast, and legal alternative for individuals to settle disputes.

By intervening at an early stage, Tariq and his Street Arbiters help resolve conflicts in a just and peaceful way.

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