by Fiona McCann | Jun 16, 2026 | NEWS
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...
by Fiona McCann | May 13, 2026 | BLOG, Blog, NEWS
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. With revision and exams...
by Fiona McCann | Feb 2, 2026 | BLOG, Blog
The following feedback was received from a client in ASCERT’s SHIP Service. What did you find most helpful about the SHIP service? I would like to especially comment on [my counsellor] who guided me in my worst and lowest times. I communicated to her for six...
by Fiona McCann | Jan 20, 2026 | NEWS
Laura Beacom, three-time European Sport Stacking Champion from East Belfast, has joined the ASCERT Sport Stacking Challenge, a new initiative encouraging young people across primary schools, youth clubs, and sporting organisations to take part in a fun, active...
by Fiona McCann | Jan 14, 2026 | NEWS
As many people across Northern Ireland think about cutting down on alcohol following increased drinking over the festive period, leading local alcohol and drugs charity ASCERT is calling on employers to support staff wellbeing through free workplace alcohol awareness...
by Fiona McCann | Dec 10, 2025 | Blog, BLOG
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...
by Fiona McCann | Nov 18, 2025 | NEWS
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. This year’s Road Safety Week theme, “Safe...
by Fiona McCann | Oct 20, 2025 | NEWS
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...
by Fiona McCann | Oct 3, 2025 | NEWS
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. This recognition is a proud moment for our team, our volunteers, and the communities we serve. This award is a huge...
by Fiona McCann | Sep 1, 2025 | NEWS
As thousands of children across Northern Ireland prepare to start Year 8, ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading alcohol, drug and mental health charity, is shining a light on the emotional challenges many face during this key transition, and the support available through...
