National Youth Work Week 2023 takes place from Monday 6 to Sunday 12 November 2023. The theme this year is youth work in every place and space. It’s a fantastic opportunity for us at The Door to celebrate the variety of
Introducing Maya
Introducing Maya So Maya, let’s dive right in. How did you get here? How did I get here? Hmmm. Well I grew up in and around Stroud so I’ve been aware of The Door for a while. I was looking for some
Stroud Half Marathon 2023
The Door is delighted to be partnering with Racenation Events at this year’s Stroud Half Marathon. As part of our ongoing partnership, we have been awarded 5 free spaces for runners wishing to fundraise for The Door. So if you want to put your best foot
Sign up now to volunteer!
Being a trusted adult for a young person can be life-changing, both for the young person and the trusted adult. This is especially true for those at The Door, a local charity that trains and supports volunteers to become mentors
Director’s Chair
This month’s Director’s Chair is from CEO Victoria. What has happened to Summer?! Just when we were all poised to be basking in the sunshine the weather has turned, well… British! Despite the clouds, the summer holidays are just around
Introducing Cathie
Introducing…. Cathie (Charity Shop Assistant at The Door Shop) Hello Cathie, are you ready to start? As I’ll ever be! Excellent, so first off, what is your role at The Door? It’s pretty self-explanatory really, I am a shop assistant
Volunteer as a Mentor This Summer
Get trained now to support young people and parents this summer The Door needs you! Local youth and families charity, The Door is looking for volunteers to sign up and become mentors this summer. Mentors support a young person or
Leon’s Story
Hi I’m Leon, I’m 16 and for my school work experience I went to The Door in Stroud. I go to one of The Door’s youth clubs and it’s never really occurred to me before how much happens outside of
Freddie’s Story
Hi I’m Freddie, I’m 19 and I live in Stonehouse. After I’d finished school, I was looking for jobs but I couldn’t get anything because I didn’t have any experience. I’d heard good things about The Door Shop from my
Kind2Mind Thank you!
We did it! Thanks to the amazing generosity of people just like you we have already reached our Mental Health Awareness Week match funding target. Thank you! Do not fear there is another opportunity to double you donation this May