About Us

About Us
For almost 50 years in Northern Ireland and 21 years in the Republic of Ireland Extern has worked alongside our funding partners to provide solutions to some of the most difficult societal issues.
Annually, we passionately support and speak out for over 15,000 children, individuals, and families. Our commitment lies in enabling them to triumph over their adversities, fostering positive change, and strengthening family bonds for a brighter future.
people benefitted from Extern's support across ROI in 2022-23
young people engaged through our Youth Gambling Awareness programme
people benefitted from Extern's support across NI in 2022-23
Individuals supported on their path to recovery from addiction
Testimonials
My Extern Janus worker was always there for me to talk to about everything that was happening. She helped me learn different ways to stop myself from getting so angry and to get on better in school.
Extern also helped my dad a lot; he is doing really well now so I think we will have a good future. My only wish is that I had a longer time to spend with Extern!
DeclanJanus Project
Extern provided weekly counselling sessions for me which gave me the skills to deal with the challenges I faced and to challenge the perceptions I had of myself. I now have more of a sense of self-belief, which really helps me keep going.
KarenReach Out Project
They help me when I get frustrated and speak up for me in meetings when I am nervous. They support me to make decisions for myself and talk through options when I am unsure of what decision to make.
JackExtern Outreach Support Service (EOSS), Limerick
Extern gave so much to me, so I wanted to give back to them, and that’s why I now work as a peer mentor with the Moving Forward, Moving On project in Belfast. I have so much experience behind me now, and I want to share that with other young people.
AlexMoving Forward Moving On
Services
Newsletter
We use Mailchimp as our marketing platform. By clicking below to subscribe, you acknowledge that your information will be transferred to Mailchimp for processing. Learn more about Mailchimp's privacy practices.
Hydepark House, 3 McKinney Road,
Newtownabbey, BT36 4PE
T: 0044 28 9084 0555
F: 0044 28 9084 7333
E: info@extern.org
Company Registration No: NI 16083 Charity No: XIN 48714
Unit 1A, Block 3, Embassy Business Park,
Kill, County Kildare
T: 00353 45 878720
F: 00353 45 878719
E: info@extern.org
Company Registration No: 382301 Charity No: CHY15770