Interveneur

Interveneur is a term, primarily used in French-speaking contexts, that refers to an individual or entity that intervenes in a situation. This intervention can take many forms and occur in various domains. In a legal context, an interveneur is a third party who joins a lawsuit or legal proceeding to protect their own interests, which may be affected by the outcome of the case. They are not one of the original parties but have a vested stake in the matter.

In a social or humanitarian context, an interveneur could be a person or organization that steps in to provide assistance or mediation during a crisis, conflict, or social issue. This might involve providing aid, negotiating peace, or facilitating dialogue. The term can also be applied more broadly to anyone who inserts themselves into a conversation, dispute, or activity, whether to help, hinder, or simply participate. The specific role and impact of an interveneur depend heavily on the context in which they are acting. Their actions are characterized by their active involvement in a situation that was not initially their own.