Join an event for Extern

Whether you want to take part in a local event or get creative and organise your own event, there is something for everyone. Check out our fab events below!

30 Day Challenge

Take on a 30 day challenge to test yourself to the limit whilst raising vital funds for Extern! Read more

Belfast City Half Marathon 2022

Take on the sell-out Belfast City Half Marathon for Extern this September! Read more

Lap The Lough 2022

Join #TeamExtern on August 28th for a cycling challenge like no other! Read more

Mountain Challenges

Run, walk or crawl your way to the top of some of the island’s most iconic mountains for Extern! Read more

Organise your own event

Got a great idea? Get your friends and family together and host your own event! Read more

Skydive for Extern

Are you an adrenaline junkie ready for a new challenge? Take the plunge and Skydive for Extern in 2022! Read more

Trek, cycle or Sled - Open Challenge

Have you a passion for travel? Join #TeamExtern for an open challenge in 2022! Read more

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Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council visits Community Crisis Intervention Service for Mental Health Awareness Week
Extern targets loneliness and poor mental health in Northern Ireland’s rural communities

Extern is helping to highlight the impact of isolation and loneliness in rural areas across Northern Ireland with the publication of a new print and digital resource
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Coping with Rural Isolation

Advice and information on how to cope with rural isolation and loneliness.

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Having hope reduces feelings of helplessness, increases happiness, reduces stress, and improves our quality of life.
Latest Jobs Northern Ireland

Work with Extern and help us support more children, young people, individuals and families to change their lives everyday
Who we are

Extern transform lives as the leading social justice charity across the island of Ireland.
What is Bipolar Affective Disorder (BPAD)?

Bipolar disorder, formerly called manic depression, causes extreme mood shifts ranging from mania to depression. Learn how it is diagnosed, possible causes and ways to get treatment
What we do

Extern is the leading social justice charity operating across the island of Ireland. We are also the leading provider of placements for social work students in the voluntary sector.
Strategic Leadership Team

The leadership team have overall corporate responsibility for Extern's corporate strategy, leadership, management and organisational performance.
Apply these 10 techniques if you're living with paranoia and fear

Tips for helping yourself, and guidance for friends and family.
Ormeau Centre

Based in Belfast, Extern's Ormeau Centre provides temporary accommodation and support to men and women experiencing homelessness
Contact us

Telephone advice and information for people with a housing problem or who are homeless, living with poor mental health or problem gambling.
Latest volunteering opportunities

Find out more about volunteering with us, opportunities available, and what our volunteers say.

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Extern takes home hat-trick of prizes at NI Health and Social Care Awards

Celebrating a ‘hat-trick’ of wins at this year’s NI Health and Social Care Awards 2022. Read more

Could you be our next Boardroom Apprentice? Find out more

Ever thought about serving on a board in the third sector? Read more

How to manage your exam stress

Exam stress can affect anyone. Top tips on how to help combat exam stress and get you ready for the day Read more