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HWH Bunclody LGFA Sporting Their New One Club Jerseys
One Club Charter and Memorandum of Understanding
Cairt agus Meabhrán Tuisceana Chlub Aonair Tig Leath Slí Bun Clóidighe
Adopted by the Executive Committees on 4 December 2025
Motto: One Club. One Community. Equal Opportunity for All.
"The aim of this Charter is to provide a level playing field for all members of the Club regardless of gender, age, ability, playing code or association."
We recognise that the strength of Half Way House Bunclody lies in our unity. This Charter establishes our commitment to operate as one integrated club community.
Half Way House Bunclody acknowledges that the success of one section of the Club is the success of the entire organisation. Decisions shall be taken with regard to fairness, sustainability and the provision of equal opportunities. Members, regardless of gender or association, shall be treated with dignity and respect. The Club will actively promote inclusion, encourage participation and foster a culture where everyone feels valued and supported.
The purpose of this Charter is to provide a framework through which the GAA, LGFA and Camogie clubs work collaboratively in the best interests of all members.
The aim of this Charter is to provide a level playing field for all members of the Club regardless of gender, age, ability, playing code or association.
To be one club family, united in purpose and committed to providing equal opportunities for all members to participate, develop and succeed.
To foster a welcoming, inclusive and ambitious environment where all members can thrive.
Respect, inclusion, community, excellence, collaboration and accountability shall guide all decisions.
The clubs shall operate under a One Club approach indefinitely, recognising constitutional obligations while governing collaboratively.
A leadership forum shall coordinate strategy, facilities, communications and major initiatives.
A shared strategic plan shall guide the long-term development of the Club.
The following outlines the plan for the 2026 season for the Bunclody Camogie Club, with a view to improving collaboration and working relationships between the three codes. A Camogie EGM was held in early January 2026 where the following motions were proposed and discussed, forming a major step in the transition to the One Club Model:
Facilities shall be allocated fairly, transparently and in the interests of member welfare.
The clubs shall work together in pursuit of sustainable financial stewardship.
Joint fundraising initiatives shall be promoted for the benefit of the wider Club. The One Club Committee will continue to organise and plan fundraising events throughout the year, to avoid too many events in close proximity to each other.
The senior officers of all three clubs have come together for the major fundraising events — the Christmas Draw, The Quiz Night, The Boxing Event, The Model County Draw, The Duck Race, The Patronage Package Scheme and the Gaelic Mothers and Others tournament.
During the Gaelic Mothers and Others tournament the grounds are fully dedicated to the ladies for the weekend, and set up as a Kids fun day — with many GAA members helping with the organising of the event.
Coach education and excellence in player development shall be supported. Following on from the 2025 season success, the LGFA and Camogie will collaborate with a view to appointing a joint adult management team for both codes.
Other coaching initiatives being considered across all three codes:
The needs of dual players shall be respected and supported.
The Club shall promote a unified identity and celebrate achievements equally.
The Club recognises its role in strengthening community bonds. All three groups participate in and actively help organise the Darkness into Light Event and The Turkey Trot on St. Stephen's Day for the Daycare Centre.
The three codes will continue to run a Halloween and Christmas film night in the indoor arena for younger members, boys and girls alike.
Issues shall be resolved through dialogue, mediation and respect.
The Charter shall be reviewed annually and progress reported. As progress is made on the aspirational steps set out here, HWH Bunclody will publish updates on the club website.
One Club Declaration — We commit to leading collaboratively in the best interests of all members.
Signatories
The Chairperson of each of HWH Bunclody, HWH Camogie and HWH LGFA have agreed to hold off on a One Club membership, until such time as the Steering Group on Integration (SGI) provides a national update on the financial element of integration, including the proposed membership model and integrated player injury fund.
The following are all the steps the club have taken in 2026 to move towards One Club:
A Camogie EGM was held in January where the following motions were passed:
On the back of the 2025 season success, the LGFA and Camogie collaborated and appointed a joint adult management team for both codes.
After a long and intensive process of listening and engagement with all constituents, who's goodwill and enthusiasm we have been encouraged by, the Steering Group on Integration (SGI) are pleased to share more details on the core principles that have been agreed as part of the ongoing work towards Integration for all Gaelic games. The exemplary work being carried out by the various working groups is continuing to lead us forward with this process.
These principles will form part of the final proposals, which will be presented to the three Associations in due course. It must be clearly understood that these proposals are provisional in nature and will not be considered final or binding until they have been formally debated and approved by all three national congresses.
No definitive outcome can be assumed prior to that point. The authority to determine the final position rests exclusively with the democratic decision-making processes of the Associations, in which the participation of members remains fundamental.
We believe these principles provide a clear framework for a unified future while respecting the traditions, structures, and autonomy of our clubs and members.
We will continue to keep you informed as the process develops and look forward to engaging with you further as we move towards presenting the final proposals for your consideration.
"If we are to remain true to our core objective of providing playing opportunities for all members of our communities, we must recognise that the full flourishing of Gaelic games is intrinsically linked to the adequacy and accessibility of our facilities. The future of our games will require full inclusivity, ensuring equal access for all participants. Inevitably, this will necessitate a strategic call on funding in due course, so that we can continue to honour our commitment to the Gaelic games family in every community."
Mary McAleese, Chairperson of Steering Group on Integration, September 2025
This statement is issued jointly by the Steering Group on Integration, which is made up of the three association Uachtaráin (Brian Molloy - Camogie Association, Jarlath Burns - Gaelic Athletic Association and Trina Murray - Ladies Gaelic Football Association), the three Ard Stiúrthóirí (Sinéad McNulty – Camogie Association, Tom Ryan – Gaelic Athletic Association and Helen O' Rourke – Ladies Gaelic Football Association), Mary McAleese as Chairperson.