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Kildare Ministries Trustee Statements

The Trustees of Kildare Ministries periodically publish statements which respond to matters of injustice in Australia. The statements arise from the Kildare Ministries Vision, Mission and Values.
The intention of the statements is to provide clarity on their position and act as supports or guides as needed by the wider Kildare Ministries community.


Kildare Ministries statement of Inclusion and Justice
'Come and you will see' John 1:39


The principles of freedom and equality are core aspects of the gospels and Catholic social teaching. Freedom of religion, freedom of speech and freedom of association are inalienable human rights.

We believe that all religious bodies, including churches and other groups, should be able to co-exist with respect and acceptance.

Kildare Ministries is a richer organisation because of the multi-cultural and multi-faith nature of its communities. This nature is supported within our Catholic tradition and explicitly by the policies and procedures of Kildare Ministries. Therefore, Kildare Ministries believes that people should not be persecuted or discriminated against because they hold, or do not hold, a religious belief, or engage in or do not engage in religious practises.

We invite and encourage mutual respect and acceptance among people and groups. 

We accept the practical challenges and responsibility this brings for all in any Kildare Ministries community.

Walking in Solidarity. 
A Gender Inclusivity Statement

from the Trustees of Kildare Ministries

We welcome and encourage everyone to participate freely and fully in the life of their Kildare Ministries community. Enjoying friendships, learning and growth are key parts of the life of our community.
 
We firmly believe in and value the goodness, complexity, and inherent dignity of every person. Human diversity is part of the design and wonder of creation.
 
Kildare Ministries acknowledges that each person’s gender identity and gender expression can be separate, non-binary and fluid. Within a broad spectrum, LGBTQIA+ people use a variety of terms to identify themselves and these terms should be listened for and respected.
 
Kildare Ministries also acknowledges that sexual orientation covers a broad spectrum and can also be fluid.
 
Gender identification, gender expression and sexual orientation represent some aspects of each person’s identity. There are also many other intersecting aspects of identity such as race, ethnicity, and religion. We support the right of people to express their whole identity without fear of bullying, judgement, reprisal, or discrimination.
 
All should be heard and feel included and to this end we commit to fostering safe communities, safe dialogue, and relationships characterised by trust and respect.
 
We accept the challenge to be understanding and compassionate to all.

 
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