NUI Galway becomes sixth 'sanctuary' college for asylum seekers in Ireland

NUIG is also extending special initiatives to members of the Travelling community who apply to study at the university.

NUI Galway becomes sixth 'sanctuary' college for asylum seekers in Ireland
Thu, 19 Sep, 2019 - 10:52
Lorna Siggins

NUI Galway has become the sixth Irish third-level institution to become a designated “university of sanctuary” for refugees and asylum seekers.

NUIG is also extending special initiatives to members of the Travelling community who apply to study at the university.

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