Drop over the edge with The Door Youth Project and Christian Aid at their Charity Abseil at Ecotricity’s building the Lion House. Benefiting local young people, their families and those trapped in poverty. The day will be held on the 27th September
Emily’s Story
Three years ago Emily was a very quiet timid young person who could be easily overlooked within a crowded room. She would often be content with her own company or follow the crowd of friends who she would hang about
Welcome Annie
We’ve recently reviewed the way that our Youthwork team operate, and moved towards a new, ‘Focused’ structure which will enable us to continue to deliver great quality Youthwork to ALL young people, but allow individuals in the team the ability
Michelle’s Story
Michelle was a regular in The Drop-In because her mates hung around here. She’d left school with a handful of GCSEs and went to College but with no aspirations or ideas of what she wanted to do in the future. Her
Helen’s Story
Helen first came to us after a chance meeting with a friend while out walking. Her son had disengaged from school. Home life was challenging, with him rarely leaving his bedroom and becoming increasingly withdrawn. We began supporting Helen via
Sun Shines Down on Race for All
THE sun was shining as families in Stroud put on their trainers and took part in Race 4 All. The event was bigger and better with the launch of the 1k children’s run for those aged between five to 10
Update on Aisha
Over the past few years, Aisha Butler’s story has been synonymous with that of The Door. From teenage tearaway to Christian convert, from school truant to apprentice, from aggressive young person to compassionate youth worker we’ve watched her grow, change
Message from The Chief Executive
In order to find the inspiration for what I am about to tell you I have just read the famous Martin Luther King Jnr speech. This man had a dream and he had faith that his dream would become a
Welcome Shelagh
It was a very warm welcome to Shelagh Goldie at the beginning of May as she took up the role of Mentoring Team Leader. Shelagh introduces herself: “I write this in my third week as the Mentoring Team leader, here
Volunteer Mentors Needed
At The Door we are always on the look out for people who want to give an hour or two each week to help a young person or parent who needs someone to talk to. Our award winning Mentoring Service