The Doorway

Since 1988, The Doorway has been dedicated to helping youththriveby offering unconditional support, encouragement, and guidance.

We respect each young person’s autonomy and individuality and are committed to fostering an inclusive community where they feel valued, understood, and empowered.

We believe in building agency—helping youth recognize their strengths, make confident choices, and take meaningful action toward their goals. By nurturing their resilience, critical thinking, and adaptability, we empower them to overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and actively shape their future in a positive way.

Our Mission

Making change possible by empowering young people to take steps towards a better quality of life.

Our Vision

An equitable world where young people have the tools to thrive.

Our Values

Our values represent the core beliefs that guide The Doorway’s decisions, culture and actions. These values act as guiding principles for our organization and are fundamental to our internal operations and external relationships.

• Respect - We recognize the inherent worth of every individual by treating everyone with kindness, empathy, and understanding regardless of beliefs, background or circumstances. We listen attentively while respecting boundaries and value diverse perspectives.

• Belonging - We foster a sense of connection through inclusive communities where everyone is accepted, understood, and valued for who they are. Individuals are welcomed to spaces where they can feel safe to express themselves authentically knowing their voices are being heard and respected.

• Care - Care means showing compassion, empathy, and genuine concern for others. It involves actively listening, understanding, and responding to others’ needs with kindness. By nurturing a supportive environment, we help individuals feel valued and empowered to thrive.

• Courage - Courage means facing challenges, adversity and fears in pursuit of what is right. By acting with strength and resilience, even in uncertainty we are willing to step out of our comfort zones, take risks, and stand up for our values, regardless of opposition or doubt.

• Tenacity - Tenacity means staying determined, persistent and committed, even in the face of challenges. It embodies resilience, grit, and the ability to bounce back from setbacks. At The Doorway, tenacity inspires growth and empowers individuals to overcome obstacles, helping them achieve their goals.

• Trust - Trust at The Doorway means open communication, transparency, and consistent actions that build mutual respect. It involves relying on others and believing in each other’s good intentions. Trust is the foundation of strong connections and collaboration, creating an environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to grow.

• Grace - Grace at The Doorway means showing compassion, forgiveness, and acceptance towards ourselves and others, even during difficult times. It’s about kindness, and understanding, regardless of differences or imperfections. Grace fosters empathy, reconciliation, and healing, helping us build meaningful connections while nurturing resilience and growth.