Places of Sanctuary Ireland is a network of groups in towns, cities and local communities which share the objectives of promoting a culture of welcome, and inclusiveness right across every sphere and sector of society, so that wherever people seeking sanctuary go they will feel safe, find people who welcome them and understand why they are here, and have opportunities to be included in all activities.

PoSI works through community groups, schools and higher education institutions, churches, local councils, businesses and other organisations in the belief that these newcomers have a huge amount to offer Irish society.  We want to ensure that their voices are heard and that their skills and talents are given an opportunity to flourish for their good and for that of Irish society as a whole.

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PoSI is not affiliated to any political or religious organisation, but is linked to the wider City of Sanctuary movement which was established in the UK in 2005 with a vision for making cities places that had a culture of welcome and inclusion, especially for those seeking sanctuary.

Places of Sanctuary Ireland Charter

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Schools of Sanctuary Newsletter Autumn 2022

We are excited to introduce our Autumn Newsletter to you! To view the full version, please, click on the picture...
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Schools of Sanctuary at annual conference in Bradford

On the 20-21 of September Tetiana Murphy, SoS Project and Communications Manager, and Obianuju Ekedozie, SoS Waterford Ambassador were delighted...
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Schools of Sanctuary at the SoS Award Ceremony in Belfast

On September 20, Homayoon Shirzad, SoS Coordinator, Tetiana Murphy, SoS Project and Communications Manager, and Hashem Badran, SoS Dublin Ambassador,...

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