Extern is a charity which supports young people, families and individuals through a range of projects and services across the island of Ireland. Its aim is to transform lives for the better and help to create safer communities for all.
The charity currently operates in 28 counties in NI and ROI, providing critical and life-changing support to people whose lives are affected by a range of issues. These include Young People and Families; Housing and Homelessness; Mental Health &; Suicide; Alcohol & Drugs; Minority Communities; Justice Services; and Skills/Employability, among others.
Every year, almost 25,000 people benefit from the support provided by Extern’s dedicated, professional team of 650 staff, supported by dozens more volunteers.