It was once said by Albert Einstein that “I never teach my pupils, I only provide the conditions in which they can learn”. We are currently at that stage of the year in which Year 11 school pupils are in
25 years, and counting
Like all good historical events, there are different versions of the story. I’ve spoken to three people, all of whom claim to have been there ‘at the first meeting’, and all of whom tell a different story. There are some
That Little Bit Extra
Away from our 25 & Counting celebrations, it has been “business as usual” for us in the Youthwork team. Reflecting back over the last month, I have been really encouraged that despite having a very small team, we are still
#ICYMI Undiscovered Youth: The Reunion
Between 2002 and 2014 The Door ran The Undiscovered Youth Talent Contest, providing an opportunity for young people to express themselves through performing. Encouraging and developing talent for those who might not normally have had the chance. Undiscovered Youth became
One Body
Over the past month I’ve spoken to many people about the management changes happening here at The Door, and the response has been consistent – everyone is very positive about the move, and impressed at the way our board of
Door T-shirts On Sale Now!
As part of The Door’s work in Archway School and the 25 and Counting campaign we challenged year 7 and 8 students to design a T-shirt that celebrated young people in Stroud. The entries were collected at the end of April and given to
One month in…
Well, I’m one month in, and what a month! I felt that I was really thrown in at the deep end with meetings that really showed the extent of why local teenagers need us, so much so that I asked
Shorts At The Ready
The sun is shining and the trees are finally turning green. Tranzform’s staff and volunteers have sprung into action sorting through the warm weather clothes so whether you are off on holiday or staying at home to enjoy the warmer
Fantastic Jumptastic!
Twelve young people and two youthworkers from the Stroud Drop-in went on an amazing trip in the Easter break. They visited Jumptastic in Gloucester which put simply is a warehouse full of trampolines. Sam, our Community Youthworker for Cam and
Open Day Invite
OPEN DAY At The Door Youth Project, This is your chance to explore The Door, Meet Staff and Volunteers, discover a bit more about what it is we do and find out about new ways to support us. Joining us will