Is the Alternative Dispute Resolution process confidential between all parties and not public?

• A. Yes, it is confidential between all parties
• B. No, it is fully public
• C. It is published on the college's open data portal
• D. It is shared with the general public upon request

Answer: (A)

Confidentiality is a central feature of most Alternative Dispute Resolution processes. It allows everyone involved to speak openly and explore settlements without fearing that what they say will become public. Because of this purpose, the discussions and any documents shared during mediation or arbitration are kept confidential among the parties and the neutral facilitator or arbitrator. There can be exceptions, such as when the parties sign a confidentiality agreement or when law requires disclosure, but by default the process is not public. This is why the best answer is that it is confidential between all parties.