ASCERT is a charity providing services across Northern Ireland that address the impact of alcohol and drugs related issues that affect people’s lives.
We are committed to ensuring individuals, families and communities are supported in the most effective way to deal with the challenges they face. We have a workforce of highly trained and motivated professionals who deliver our services, sometimes in a very challenging roles and environments, and volunteers who give countless hours freely to support our work in a variety of roles.
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ASCERT backs Public Health Agency’s Alcohol Awareness Campaign
As NI Alcohol Awareness Week gets underway across the region, Northern Ireland’s leading alcohol, drug-related and mental health charity, is asking everyone to take a closer look at their drinking habits. The call comes as latest figures from the Northern Ireland...
Charity Warns Young People About the Risks of Vaping to Cope with Exam Pressures
ASCERT is encouraging young people and families across Northern Ireland to be aware of the growing risks associated with vaping during exam season, as pressure linked to school performance continues to impact young people’s mental wellbeing.
Self-harm Intervention Programme (SHIP) Service Client Feedback
Self-harm Intervention Programme (SHIP) Service Client Feedback.
European Champion Sports Stacking Champion from East Belfast Leads Challenge to Inspire Young People Across Northern Ireland
European Champion Sports Stacking Champion from East Belfast Leads The ASCERT Sport Stacking Challenge to Inspire Young People Across Northern Ireland.
Alcohol Costs UK Workplaces £1.4bn a Year Charity Offers Free Alcohol Awareness Sessions to NI Businesses
Alcohol-related absence is estimated to cost UK businesses £1.4 billion each year in lost productivity, with poor wellbeing often going unnoticed in the workplace.
To address this, ASCERT is offering FREE “Rethink Your Drink” Alcohol Awareness Sessions to organisations across Northern Ireland to support ongoing workplace-based wellbeing initiatives.
Drug and alcohol charity backs PSNI winter anti-drink & drug-drive operation
ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading alcohol, drug and mental-health charity, welcomed the launch of the Police Service Northern Ireland’s (PSNI’s) winter campaign to crack down on drink and drug driving.
Figures released by the PSNI stated that 298 people were arrested on suspicion of drink or drug driving in December 2024 in Northern Ireland.
ASCERT Urges Public: Never Drink and Drive This Road Safety Week
As Road Safety Week gets underway across the UK, ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading alcohol, drug-related and mental health charity, is reminding everyone that the safest choice behind the wheel is to never drink and drive.
ASCERT urges women to ‘Rethink Your Drink’ during Menopause Awareness Month
ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading alcohol, drug and mental health charity, is raising awareness about the impact of alcohol on menopause symptoms, urging women to “rethink their drink” as part of a new information campaign highlighting the often-overlooked connection between midlife hormonal changes and alcohol consumption.
ASCERT Wins Campaigner of the Year Award at 2025 UK SMART Recovery Awards Ceremon
ASCERT is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded Campaigner of the Year at the SMART Recovery UK Awards 2025, held online on 30th September.
Supporting Pupils Starting Secondary School: ASCERT Highlights Counselling Support for Year 8 Students
ASCERT supports Year 8 pupils in Northern Ireland with the HOPE Counselling Service, helping young people manage stress and wellbeing at secondary school.
ASCERT backs Public Health Agency’s Alcohol Awareness Campaign
As NI Alcohol Awareness Week gets underway across the region, Northern Ireland’s leading alcohol, drug-related and mental health charity, is asking everyone to take a closer look at their drinking habits. The call comes as latest figures from the Northern Ireland...
Charity Warns Young People About the Risks of Vaping to Cope with Exam Pressures
ASCERT is encouraging young people and families across Northern Ireland to be aware of the growing risks associated with vaping during exam season, as pressure linked to school performance continues to impact young people’s mental wellbeing.
Self-harm Intervention Programme (SHIP) Service Client Feedback
Self-harm Intervention Programme (SHIP) Service Client Feedback.
European Champion Sports Stacking Champion from East Belfast Leads Challenge to Inspire Young People Across Northern Ireland
European Champion Sports Stacking Champion from East Belfast Leads The ASCERT Sport Stacking Challenge to Inspire Young People Across Northern Ireland.
Alcohol Costs UK Workplaces £1.4bn a Year Charity Offers Free Alcohol Awareness Sessions to NI Businesses
Alcohol-related absence is estimated to cost UK businesses £1.4 billion each year in lost productivity, with poor wellbeing often going unnoticed in the workplace.
To address this, ASCERT is offering FREE “Rethink Your Drink” Alcohol Awareness Sessions to organisations across Northern Ireland to support ongoing workplace-based wellbeing initiatives.
Drug and alcohol charity backs PSNI winter anti-drink & drug-drive operation
ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading alcohol, drug and mental-health charity, welcomed the launch of the Police Service Northern Ireland’s (PSNI’s) winter campaign to crack down on drink and drug driving.
Figures released by the PSNI stated that 298 people were arrested on suspicion of drink or drug driving in December 2024 in Northern Ireland.
ASCERT Urges Public: Never Drink and Drive This Road Safety Week
As Road Safety Week gets underway across the UK, ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading alcohol, drug-related and mental health charity, is reminding everyone that the safest choice behind the wheel is to never drink and drive.
ASCERT urges women to ‘Rethink Your Drink’ during Menopause Awareness Month
ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading alcohol, drug and mental health charity, is raising awareness about the impact of alcohol on menopause symptoms, urging women to “rethink their drink” as part of a new information campaign highlighting the often-overlooked connection between midlife hormonal changes and alcohol consumption.
ASCERT Wins Campaigner of the Year Award at 2025 UK SMART Recovery Awards Ceremon
ASCERT is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded Campaigner of the Year at the SMART Recovery UK Awards 2025, held online on 30th September.
Supporting Pupils Starting Secondary School: ASCERT Highlights Counselling Support for Year 8 Students
ASCERT supports Year 8 pupils in Northern Ireland with the HOPE Counselling Service, helping young people manage stress and wellbeing at secondary school.
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