Ursulines of the Roman Union – Ireland/Wales Province
The Province’s Policy Statement on Child Safeguarding
As a constituent member of the Catholic Church in Ireland, we recognise and uphold the dignity and rights of all children, are committed to ensuring their safety and well-being, and will work in partnership with parents/guardians to do this. We recognise each child as a gift from God, and we value and encourage the participation of children in all activities that enhance their spiritual, physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development.
All Church personnel (including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers) have a responsibility to safeguard children through promoting their welfare, health and development in a safe and caring environment that supports their best interests and prevents abuse.
The Ursulines of the Roman Union, Ireland/Wales Province as a constituent member of the Catholic Church in Ireland exists to promote the teachings of the Catholic Church. This includes the following ministry with children, as defined in Safeguarding Children Policy and Standards for the Catholic Church in Ireland 2016:
– Ursuline Boarding School, Thurles, Co. Tipperary
– Angela’s Academy of Music, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Designated Liaison Delegate for the Province:
Sr. Anne-Marie Dixon. 086 2643700