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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Belfast City Hall to Light Up Purple for International Overdose Awareness Day
On 31st August 2025, Belfast City Hall will be lit purple for International Overdose Awareness Day, uniting with a global movement to honour lives lost, raise awareness, and call for action to prevent future tragedies. ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading drug and alcohol charity, is urging communities to stand together in compassion, remembrance, and hope.
Local charity highlights spiking risks and offers LGBTQ+ support at Belfast Pride
Heading to Belfast Pride? ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading alcohol and drug charity, will be there offering support, raising awareness about drink spiking, and sharing advice to help keep the LGBTQ+ community safe and informed. Visit us on the day or reach out anytime for free, confidential help at ascert.biz.
Local Charity Encourages Safe Celebrations and Warns About Spiking Ahead of July Bank Holiday
With parades and community events planned across the country, ASCERT is reminding the public to keep an eye on how much alcohol they are drinking, whether at home or out and about. Overuse of alcohol not only affects individual health but can also increase the risk of accidents and harm caused to others.
Celebrating Health and Wellbeing Week at ASCERT: 23rd–27th June 2025
Celebrating Health and Wellbeing Week at ASCERT
From 23rd–27th June, ASCERT marked Health and Wellbeing Week – a time dedicated to pausing, connecting, and prioritising what truly matters: our wellbeing. Each day offered themed activities focused on mental, physical, emotional, and financial health, helping staff recharge and reconnect.
Highlights included mindful art with Tina McGleenan, a practical financial wellbeing session with Margaret McCloskey, a showcase of staff wellbeing resources, a comforting ‘Taste of Home’ potluck, and a fun-filled quiz to round off the week.
What’s in Your Glass? Time to Rethink Your Drink?
ASCERT encourages people to take control of their drinking this Alcohol Awareness Week ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading charity dedicated to reducing drug and alcohol-related harm, is urging the public to consider, “What’s in Your Glass? Time to Rethink Your...
Pride, Progress, and SMART Recovery: ASCERT Offers Inclusive Support at Omagh Event
ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading charity dedicated to reducing drug and alcohol-related harm, were once again at Omagh Pride on Saturday 14th June 2025, showing its ongoing commitment to supporting the LGBTQ+ community in the West Tyrone area.
ASCERT Warns Against Drug and Alcohol Use as Exam Stress Peaks
As exam season intensifies across the region, ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading charity dedicated to reducing drug and alcohol-related harm, is urging young people and families to be mindful of the risks of using alcohol or drugs to manage stress. The appeal comes as data shows a decline in youth mental health, with academic pressure emerging as a major contributing factor.
Health Minister Commends ASCERT’s Mission to Tackle Addiction, Support Mental Health and Inspire Change
ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading charity dedicated to reducing drug and alcohol-related harm, was honoured to welcome Northern Ireland’s Health Minister, Mike Nesbitt, to its head office in Lisburn this week.
ASCERT shortlisted in prestigous Belfast Telegraph Business Awards 2025
We are thrilled to announce we have been shortlisted for the prestigious Employer of the Year award at the 2025 Belfast Telegraph Business Awards
ASCERT Triumphs at the CIPD Northern Ireland Awards 2025
ASCERT has achieved a remarkable victory at the CIPD Northern Ireland Awards 2025. Against fierce competition, we emerged victorious, securing the prestigious Best Flexible Working Initiative award.
Belfast City Hall to Light Up Purple for International Overdose Awareness Day
On 31st August 2025, Belfast City Hall will be lit purple for International Overdose Awareness Day, uniting with a global movement to honour lives lost, raise awareness, and call for action to prevent future tragedies. ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading drug and alcohol charity, is urging communities to stand together in compassion, remembrance, and hope.
Local charity highlights spiking risks and offers LGBTQ+ support at Belfast Pride
Heading to Belfast Pride? ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading alcohol and drug charity, will be there offering support, raising awareness about drink spiking, and sharing advice to help keep the LGBTQ+ community safe and informed. Visit us on the day or reach out anytime for free, confidential help at ascert.biz.
Local Charity Encourages Safe Celebrations and Warns About Spiking Ahead of July Bank Holiday
With parades and community events planned across the country, ASCERT is reminding the public to keep an eye on how much alcohol they are drinking, whether at home or out and about. Overuse of alcohol not only affects individual health but can also increase the risk of accidents and harm caused to others.
Celebrating Health and Wellbeing Week at ASCERT: 23rd–27th June 2025
Celebrating Health and Wellbeing Week at ASCERT
From 23rd–27th June, ASCERT marked Health and Wellbeing Week – a time dedicated to pausing, connecting, and prioritising what truly matters: our wellbeing. Each day offered themed activities focused on mental, physical, emotional, and financial health, helping staff recharge and reconnect.
Highlights included mindful art with Tina McGleenan, a practical financial wellbeing session with Margaret McCloskey, a showcase of staff wellbeing resources, a comforting ‘Taste of Home’ potluck, and a fun-filled quiz to round off the week.
What’s in Your Glass? Time to Rethink Your Drink?
ASCERT encourages people to take control of their drinking this Alcohol Awareness Week ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading charity dedicated to reducing drug and alcohol-related harm, is urging the public to consider, “What’s in Your Glass? Time to Rethink Your...
Pride, Progress, and SMART Recovery: ASCERT Offers Inclusive Support at Omagh Event
ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading charity dedicated to reducing drug and alcohol-related harm, were once again at Omagh Pride on Saturday 14th June 2025, showing its ongoing commitment to supporting the LGBTQ+ community in the West Tyrone area.
ASCERT Warns Against Drug and Alcohol Use as Exam Stress Peaks
As exam season intensifies across the region, ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading charity dedicated to reducing drug and alcohol-related harm, is urging young people and families to be mindful of the risks of using alcohol or drugs to manage stress. The appeal comes as data shows a decline in youth mental health, with academic pressure emerging as a major contributing factor.
Health Minister Commends ASCERT’s Mission to Tackle Addiction, Support Mental Health and Inspire Change
ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading charity dedicated to reducing drug and alcohol-related harm, was honoured to welcome Northern Ireland’s Health Minister, Mike Nesbitt, to its head office in Lisburn this week.
ASCERT shortlisted in prestigous Belfast Telegraph Business Awards 2025
We are thrilled to announce we have been shortlisted for the prestigious Employer of the Year award at the 2025 Belfast Telegraph Business Awards
ASCERT Triumphs at the CIPD Northern Ireland Awards 2025
ASCERT has achieved a remarkable victory at the CIPD Northern Ireland Awards 2025. Against fierce competition, we emerged victorious, securing the prestigious Best Flexible Working Initiative award.
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