Most people tend to focus on the financial cost of gambling. Of course, this is often devastating. However, the impact on important relationships is often the most painful cost of all. What's gambling really costing you? Help is available. problemgambling.ie

The latest episode of The Problem Gambling Podcast is an interview with Declan Cregan, island of Ireland Training Officer with Gambling with Lives. He discusses his recovery and his harm prevention work. Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/67Wziq… Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/the…

Great to collaborate with Assembly's Public Accounts Committee and @NIAcro. Working together is key to making a real difference in supporting Justice NI and reducing adult reoffending across NI. #PartnershipInAction #StrongerTogether

Are you interested in shaping the future of funding of problem gambling treatment, prevention, research and education, in Ireland? New consultation from Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland. Closing on May 15th at 3 pm. grai.ie/social-impact-…

If you're looking for a self-help workbook to use as part of your recovery journey - look no further! These 'Toolkits' provide essential information on what to do when starting out in recovery. Short Version: problemgambling.ie/uploads/9/0/0/… Long Version: problemgambling.ie/uploads/9/0/0/…

The new Northern Ireland Gambling Prevalence Survey will be published at 9:30 this morning. Extern Charity gov.uk/government/sta…

Shocking, but not surprising, new stats from Northern Ireland. Nearly 1 in 33 adults meet the criteria for problem gambling. Very similar to ROI (1 in 30).

Really interesting discussion with the CEO of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland, AnneMarie Caulfield, on the latest episode of The Problem Gambling Podcast. Extern Charity #gambling #addiction #regulation #harmprevention youtu.be/vVnkvOoRjIk

Thanks to the The Irish Times for asking us to contribute to this excellent article. EmpowerHER Recovery Network Extern Charity irishtimes.com/life-style/202…

On the 5th anniversary of the first episode of The Problem Gambling Podcast, we talk to Tony O'Reilly about some of our favourite episodes so far. Extern Charity EmpowerHER Recovery Network Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5bcwaC… Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/the… YouTube: youtu.be/PISg2bYpaJU?fe…

Really inspiring morning at the Extern Charity Strategy launch. Great to meet so many different stakeholders in Extern's wide-ranging services. Powerful share from Jade, who spoke about her lived experience of being supported by Extern's youth services.

Thank you, Minister Collins, for launching Extern’s Five Year Strategy and for your kind words. Your support means so much to our teams and the people we serve.

Thank you so much to Children's Rights Alliance for joining us at the launch of Vision 2030. We're so grateful for your continued support in championing the rights and voices of young people. Jade’s story is just one example of how, together, we can create real and lasting change.

We’ve launched our bold 5-year strategy this week - co-created with service users, partners & colleagues - to tackle inequality & close opportunity gaps across Ireland. Launched in #Dublin, #Limerick & #Belfast with incredible support. Together, we’re putting people first.

Theresa Ormandy, Project Manager at Extern’s Floating Support project, attending the #NOTA2025 International Conference in Belfast — joining global voices in safeguarding, rehabilitation, and harm prevention.

Thanks to Minister Niall Collins for recognising Extern’s work in Limerick delivering youth justice services, incl. our Bail Supervision Scheme. BSS offers courts an alternative to detention—helping young people make positive change. 📰 Read more: limerickleader.ie/news/community…

Meet Joanne - now a valued member of our Communities in Transition team, but her journey with Extern began as a volunteer. Her experience is a powerful reminder that volunteering can change lives extern.org/news-media/202…

We were thrilled to gather with our incredible volunteers – and many of their families – for a special celebration event to say a huge THANK YOU for all they bring to Extern. Thank you for being such a vital part of the Extern family. #VolunteersWeek

We're proud to share this inspiring podcast featuring Extern’s own Sarah McCarthy, Practice Teacher & Social Worker, discussing the vital role of social work education. Don't miss ‘Care to Chat’ with Northern Ireland Social Care Council and host Dr Wendy Austin MBE. ▶️ Listen now: bit.ly/3ZCQ9oH

Extern welcomes the Assembly's Public Accounts Committee Report on Reducing Adult Reoffending in NI. We support its focus on rehab for short-term prisoners, cross-departmental collaboration & sustained funding for the Voluntary Sector to support reintegration. Read more here: bit.ly/44zlhIf