Jill has been part of The Door team since 2021, as we enter 2026 she is stepping into a new role so we asked her to update her ‘introducing’ interview by answering these 8 questions. What is your job and
Introducing Jill
Director’s Chair
February may be a short month, but The Door team packed an enormous amount into it. Alongside our regular provision, we were proud to train a new cohort of Young Leaders in Stonehouse over the half-term break, and we also
Maizee’s Story
Maizee’s Story Meet Maizee, the current Miss Junior Teen Pink Beauty UK 2025 and Miss Teen Pageant Girl Gloucestershire 2025/26. She also has a mentor at The Door, who’s been supporting her along her journey. — How long have you
Directors Chair
This month’s Director’s Chair is from CEO Victoria This month we’ve been proud to celebrate both National Youth Work Week and Trustees’ Week — two moments that highlight the dedication, compassion and commitment at the heart of our charity. In
Tom’s Story
Many of the people that come to The Door for support do so because something outside their control has had a deep impact on their life – young people like Tom, a regular at one of our youth clubs: “There’s
Young Person Survey Results 2025
Today’s young people are desperate for hope – yet they face rising pressures in mental health, education, online and uncertainty about the future. It’s a real joy to share the full results of our Young Person Survey for 2025. Back
Vote Now! The Door Shop for Charity Shop of the year.
Stroud charity shop shortlisted for prestigious national award Winners of the UK’s Favourite Charity Shop Awards will be decided by a public vote The Door Shop in Stroud has been shortlisted for the UK’s Favourite Charity Shop Awards for the
Director’s Chair
This month’s Director’s Chair is retiring COO, Graham The ‘Golden Thread’ This morning (10th September 2025) I handed back my laptop and keys after 10 years in a paid role at The Door, having had my 11th set of annual
Our Offices are Officially Open!
On a sunny Friday afternoon in September 2025 we were delighted to welcome Julie Kent MBE, High Sheriff of Gloucestershire and a whole host of other guests to The Door’s new offices in Stroud for our ‘official opening’. Situated at
Zena’s Story
Zena’s story I never really got on with school – I mean, I made it through, but it wasn’t easy. I never felt at home there. I’m Zena by the way. I’m 16 and I am neurodivergent. For me that