Extern Charity
@ExternCharity
We support people who are homeless or facing homelessness, living with mental health issues and the impact of suicide, addiction and young people and families
Thanks to Minister @NiallCollinsTD for recognising Extern’s work in Limerick delivering youth justice services, incl. our Bail Supervision Scheme. BSS offers courts an alternative to detention—helping young people make positive change. 📰 Read more: limerickleader.ie/news/community…
Thanks to the @IrishTimes for asking us to contribute to this excellent article. @EmpowerHERIre @ExternCharity irishtimes.com/life-style/202…
Are you interested in shaping the future of funding of problem gambling treatment, prevention, research and education, in Ireland? New consultation from @GambRegIRL. Closing on May 15th at 3 pm. grai.ie/social-impact-…
Great to collaborate with @NIA_PAC and @NIAcro. Working together is key to making a real difference in supporting @Justice_NI and reducing adult reoffending across NI. #PartnershipInAction #StrongerTogether
Thanks to @NIA_PAC for the opportunity to discuss the work we do support @Justice_NI in the reduction of adult reoffending in NI . Great working with @ExternCharity #collaboration
Extern welcomes the @NIA_PAC Report on Reducing Adult Reoffending in NI. We support its focus on rehab for short-term prisoners, cross-departmental collaboration & sustained funding for the Voluntary Sector to support reintegration. Read more here: bit.ly/44zlhIf
We're proud to share this inspiring podcast featuring Extern’s own Sarah McCarthy, Practice Teacher & Social Worker, discussing the vital role of social work education. Don't miss ‘Care to Chat’ with @NI_SCC and host Dr Wendy Austin MBE. ▶️ Listen now: bit.ly/3ZCQ9oH
Be sure to check out our second ‘Care to chat’ podcast episode this year, 'Making a difference for social work education' – The Practice Teacher role in social work hosted by Dr Wendy Austin MBE. Available here >> bit.ly/3ZCQ9oH #Caretochat #Traininsocialwork
We were thrilled to gather with our incredible volunteers – and many of their families – for a special celebration event to say a huge THANK YOU for all they bring to Extern. Thank you for being such a vital part of the Extern family. #VolunteersWeek
Meet Joanne - now a valued member of our Communities in Transition team, but her journey with Extern began as a volunteer. Her experience is a powerful reminder that volunteering can change lives extern.org/news-media/202…
Theresa Ormandy, Project Manager at Extern’s Floating Support project, attending the #NOTA2025 International Conference in Belfast — joining global voices in safeguarding, rehabilitation, and harm prevention.
We’ve launched our bold 5-year strategy this week - co-created with service users, partners & colleagues - to tackle inequality & close opportunity gaps across Ireland. Launched in #Dublin, #Limerick & #Belfast with incredible support. Together, we’re putting people first.
Thank you so much to @ChildRightsIRL for joining us at the launch of Vision 2030. We're so grateful for your continued support in championing the rights and voices of young people. Jade’s story is just one example of how, together, we can create real and lasting change.
This morning we attended @ExternCharity’s Five-Year Strategy Launch, Vision 2030, which outlined a refreshing vision for the future. Jade’s moving input of how Extern helped transform her life as a teenager reminds us of the importance of these vital supports.
Thank you, Minister Collins, for launching Extern’s Five Year Strategy and for your kind words. Your support means so much to our teams and the people we serve.
𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐈 𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐍'𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲. Extern is a community and voluntary organisation who provide a number of youth justice services to support adults, young people, families and children. Details via: extern.org
Really inspiring morning at the @ExternCharity Strategy launch. Great to meet so many different stakeholders in Extern's wide-ranging services. Powerful share from Jade, who spoke about her lived experience of being supported by Extern's youth services.
On the 5th anniversary of the first episode of The Problem Gambling Podcast, we talk to @TonyJOReilly about some of our favourite episodes so far. @ExternCharity @EmpowerHERIre Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5bcwaC… Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/the… YouTube: youtu.be/PISg2bYpaJU?fe…
Really interesting discussion with the CEO of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland, AnneMarie Caulfield, on the latest episode of The Problem Gambling Podcast. @ExternCharity #gambling #addiction #regulation #harmprevention youtu.be/vVnkvOoRjIk
Shocking, but not surprising, new stats from Northern Ireland. Nearly 1 in 33 adults meet the criteria for problem gambling. Very similar to ROI (1 in 30).
The new Northern Ireland Gambling Prevalence Survey will be published at 9:30 this morning. @ExternCharity gov.uk/government/sta…
The new Northern Ireland Gambling Prevalence Survey will be published at 9:30 this morning. @ExternCharity gov.uk/government/sta…
If you're looking for a self-help workbook to use as part of your recovery journey - look no further! These 'Toolkits' provide essential information on what to do when starting out in recovery. Short Version: problemgambling.ie/uploads/9/0/0/… Long Version: problemgambling.ie/uploads/9/0/0/…
The latest episode of The Problem Gambling Podcast is an interview with Declan Cregan, island of Ireland Training Officer with @GambleWithLives. He discusses his recovery and his harm prevention work. Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/67Wziq… Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/the…
Most people tend to focus on the financial cost of gambling. Of course, this is often devastating. However, the impact on important relationships is often the most painful cost of all. What's gambling really costing you? Help is available. problemgambling.ie