Organ Donation Northern Ireland

03/06/2026

On Monday we marked 3 years of and thanked all our partners who continue to play a big part in raising awareness of organ donation and the law change.
This we say a particular THANKS! to all our charity partners, who rely on their army of volunteers to help promote organ donation as well as deliver their vital funding and patient support roles. 💗

03/06/2026

The power of education and awareness in helping to encourage registrations and conversations around organ donation. This is so important to help families honour your decision at a very difficult time.
Register today at organdonationni.info.

EXCLUSIVE: Patrick Leonard, 18, died of a catastrophic epileptic fit before his organs went to save the life of three other patients

01/06/2026

Members of the NHS Blood and Transplant NI Organ Donation Services Team celebrating the NI Indian Nurses Forum's 4th International Nurses Day!
It was also an opportunity to make many new connections and discuss awareness of and the .

01/06/2026

Brilliant photos from Team Transplant Sport Northern Ireland who took part in the Transplant Active - Home of the British Transplant Games Four Nations Football tournament at the weekend!

Over 50 transplanted footballers in action all through the incredible act of organ donation 💗

01/06/2026

There are over 8,200 people, including over 200 children, awaiting a transplant in the UK.
Today marks 3 years of Dáithí’s Law, but it also marks 8 years of brave Dáithí waiting for his Gift of a new heart.
Dáithí and his family continue to raise awareness of organ donation and the importance of conversations.
If you haven’t already, please register your decision and share it with those close to you.
For more information or to register, visit www.organdonationni.info.

01/06/2026

How is the opt-out law for organ donation making a difference?
Last year, Daíthí’s Law helped support over a third of the 54 proceeding organ donors here!
More patients and families who have been given the .
Donate4Dáithí

01/06/2026

3 years ago we celebrated with all our partners, the introduction of 'Dáithí's Law!
It was a great day and we have all been working since then to raise awareness of the given through organ donation, and the importance of registering and sharing decisions.
Thank you to everyone who continues to help us save lives through organ donation.

01/06/2026

MILESTONE MONDAY

Today marks a whopping 8 years since Dáithí was placed on the waiting list for the gift of a heart transplant.

It is also 3 years today since Dáithí’s Law came into effect and began helping to save lives.

What a day to pause, think about organ donation, join the register, and share your decision with your loved ones.

Help us raise awareness of and the .

01/06/2026

Today marks 3 years since NI moved to an opt-out system for organ donation!
‘Daithi’s Law’ means, if organ donation is a possibility after you die, it will be considered that you agree to being an organ donor unless you choose to opt out.
To find out more or to register your decision, visit www.organdonationni.info.