Since our AGM in November we have had over 30 partners sign up to our 25 and Counting Campaign, standing beside The Door and the work it does in the Stroud District. Here is what some of them have been
Welcome Kathleen and Francesca
We asked our two new youthworkers to tell us a little bit about themselves as they embark on their new jobs as sessional youthworkers in our Cam and Dursley Centres Kathleen Hi I’m Kathleen one of the new sessional youthworkers
Successful March Street Collection
We have never done a street collection in March before, but following on from the record breaking collection in December we thought we would give it a go even if we didn’t really know what to expect. Over 20 staff
Dear Annie
The reason I became a youthworker was to be able to help young people. Whether they are in times of trouble or just need some encouragement and someone to empower them to move forward in their lives. Some days can
Jason’s Story
Our first volunteer mentor training course of 2016 took place during February, and we have six fabulous new mentors trained, checked and ready to go. One mentor was matched with his first mentee this week which was timely for mentor
#ICYMI #LoveTheDoor
Throughout February we asked people why it is they #LoveTheDoor . From the young people in the Drop-in and Mentees, to Parents and Staff we have had replies in all shapes and sizes. And just in case you missed seeing
We don’t labour in vain
How many people work for The Door? That’s a question I get asked quite often, sometimes when I’m talking to business leaders, sometimes in applications for funding, sometimes in general conversation. I’ll be honest, its not the easiest question to
An Interview With Lucy
In this month’s article I would like to share with you an interview between myself and a young person who I would like to call “Lucy” she is aged 16 and has been with us for the past six months. Lucy has kindly
Volunteering in Tranzform
“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others“ (Mahatma Gandhi) Volunteering is beneficial for both the Volunteer and the Organisation. For us, Volunteers are priceless. We asked new recruit Iris what volunteering in Tranzform means to
Street Collections 2016
The Fundraising Team at The Door are looking for volunteers to help at our next Street Collection Our Next collection is Saturday 12th March 2016 Hourly Slots are available at 10:00am , 11:00am, 12:00 and 1:00pm One Street Collection has the ability to