Any definition of mediation must contain the mediator as its central character for without that mediator there is no mediation.
Neutrality is therefore a superfluous concept.
It is in the intake session that the mediator co-creates mediation with the parties - it is where the persona of the mediator take shape - it is anything but neutral.
See the U-tube discussion between Vikram and Greg Rooney via the link below
https://www.youtube.com/live/jm2EZ_1MMt0?feature=share
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Greg Rooney
Mediator
Mediator
Mount George SA
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