Young people and family policy

Our Current Submissions

Read Extern's submission to the Northern Ireland Children and Young People’s Plan 2019-2021 (434KB)

Read Extern's submission to the Inclusive Growth Strategy Questionnaire (571KB)

Latest

New opportunity: Youth Justice Worker

Exciting opportunity for a Youth Justice Worker to provide individually tailored support to young people with complex needs and whose behaviour places them at high risk.
Our Partnership with Decathlon
Free online talks to tackle darkest days for people living in Mid-Ulster area

Extern and Turning Point NI are teaming together this autumn to give a series of free online seminars for those in the Mid-Ulster area who are dealing with poor mental health, problem gambling, or loss.
Decathlon's Step Challenge

Join Team Decathlon for a Step Challenge, raising vital funds for charity partner Extern.

Problem drug and Alcohol use Policy

Addiction can be overwhelming for those struggling and their families. Extern offers a range of supports and interventions to those living with problematic drug and alcohol use.
Election asks

Extern's key policy asks in the UK and Ireland General Elections
Gambling Policy

Extern's policy work influences local government so that people living with problem gambling can get the support and the respect they deserve.
Criminal justice policy

Extern's justice services are at the forefront of work to rehabilitate offenders, reduce reoffending and create safer communities
Mental health policy

Extern's policy work influences local government so that people living with mental health problems can get the support and the respect they deserve.
Housing and Homelessness Policy

Our homeless support programmes show Extern is helping those with a range of complex issues

Clare's Story - Reach Out

"Other services stop if you don’t turn up, but Extern understands that you can have a bad day, and they keep trying." Read more

Sarah's Story - Syrian Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Scheme

"Extern has played a big role in my family’s life. We are doing really well and love Northern Ireland. This is our home now." Read more

Safe Haven Appeal

Please assist us in keeping young people safe. Ensure that they have access to a Safe Haven where they can leave their cares behind and rediscover their childhood. Read more

Donate Fundraise

Free online talks to tackle darkest days for people living in Mid-Ulster area

Extern and Turning Point NI are teaming together this autumn to give a series of free online seminars for those in the Mid-Ulster area who are dealing with poor mental health, problem gambling, or loss. Read more