What's New
Welcome to the What’s New section of the ASCERT website.
Here you will find all of the latest news and updates from our organisation, along with listings of events and activities we are planning, attending or profiling that may be of interest.
You can also check out our Blogs section which contains interesting, informative and engaging personal perspective pieces from a range of contributors who are either directly connected to ASCERT, or whom are like us, keen to impart knowledge and experiences that may support others to address alcohol and/or drug related harm and support positive change.
You may also like to visit the Training section of this website for a full listing of available training courses and programmes.
ASCERT NEWS
ASCERT launches SMART Recovery Group in Omagh
NI’s leading alcohol and drug charity ASCERT announce their partnership with SMART Recovery to deliver free in person weekly meetings in Omagh for adults seeking support with addictive behaviour starting on Wednesday 7th August 2024.
Taking place weekly every Wednesday morning between 11am and 12.30pm in Omagh Library, these meetings do not require advanced booking and are free to anyone aged 18 and over.
Lisburn & Castlereagh Mayor’s Visit to ASCERT HQ
We were honoured to welcome the Lord Mayor of Lisburn and Castlereagh, Councillor Kurtis Dickson, to our head office today.
ASCERT Have Received “We Invest in People GOLD” Accreditation.
ASCERT are delighted to announce that we have received We Invest in People GOLD accreditation.
Addressing Substance Use Among the LGBTQ+ Community: ASCERT’s Commitment at Omagh Pride
As Omagh gears up for its annual Pride event, ASCERT, dedicated to reducing drug and alcohol-related harm, are amplifying their call for support within the LGBTQ+ community. With statistics revealing the disproportionate impact of substance use on LGBTQ+ individuals, ASCERT stands with the LGBTQ+ community by offering non-judgmental support and guidance.
Tender for External Audit and Accountancy Services
We are in the process of renewing our provision for the supply of external audit and accountancy services to cover the 3 year period 1 April 2023 - 31 March 2026 with a potential contract extension for a further 48 months. Services within this contract will include:...
ASCERT NI | SMART Recovery Stories | Client Stories
SMART Recovery Stories is hosted by people in recovery from addiction. In this episode Bob and Ella talk about their experience of SMART Recovery. SMART Recovery is facilitated by ASCERT in the Atlas Centre, Lisburn, Northern Ireland. Every Thursday 2pm – 4pm. Free. No need to book.
ASCERT BLOG
Men. How are you Looking after Your Mental Health?
Men. How are you Looking after Your Mental Health?
ASCERT join 2023 Boardroom Apprentice Programme
We are delighted to announce our involvement in the 2023 Boardroom Apprentice programme.
Alcohol Related Deaths Increasing
By Gary McMichael, ASCERT CEO Northern Ireland has recorded its highest number of deaths due to alcohol in 20 years of official statistics. In 2020, Northern Ireland also had the second highest rate of deaths per 100,000 in the UK, according to the Office of National...
The Reality of Balance
Jennie Boyle shares her thoughts on achieving a work life balance This week 10th- 15th October marks Work Life Balance week. It has me thinking a lot about where I work now and comparing it to environments past. The pandemic (yes we are still talking about it)...
Alcohol and Caffeinated Drinks
Have you heard about the highly sugared and caffeinated strong alcoholic drinks which NIADA believe are being targeted at our teenagers and young adults today? With an alcohol content of up to 8% per can and caffeine levels more than a double espresso– it’s a...
Has the pandemic changed how we work?
It is obvious we have all changed how we work within the last year and for ASCERTs recent staff meeting each service was asked to give a short update on how they have adapted and changed their work within that period, highlighting their achievements and...
Events
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