Faces of The Door
We pride ourselves on the diversity of our staff and members, who come to us from all walks of life and for any number of reasons. They make The Door what it is—a vibrant and encouraging place where the building blocks for strong futures begin to take shape. Here we would like to share just a few of the many faces who make up The Door.
Javier & the Arts: Growth and Self-Expression
Javier came to The Door looking for a job, but found something bigger: a place to create, feel supported, and be himself. What began with a love of fashion design expanded into exploring the arts and youth leadership.
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Alyssa: Meeting Young People Where They Are
Alyssa collaborates with counseling and mental health teams across The Door, connecting young people to therapy, psychiatric care, housing support, education programs, and arts programming.
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Zyva: Finding Community and Confidence at The Door's Bronx Youth Center
“I was working all night and then going straight to class in the morning. There were times when I wanted to give up, but I was determined on my goals, and I pushed through it with the help of Door staff and their motivation,” Zyva shares.
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Renee: Expanding Health Access & Partnerships
“I grew up in Brooklyn and have spent most of my life in the city. I’ve known about The Door since I was young, actually. I had neighbors who went, classmates—it’s always been here.”
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Edwin: Building his Future through The Door
“The Door’s community is great and very supportive,” Edwin says. He knows firsthand how much that support can matter, from practical resources to encouragement along the way.
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LaTasha: A Recipe for Success at The Door
For Latasha, the most rewarding part is witnessing the transformation. “I see our interns start with self-doubt, and by graduation, they’re more confident, prepared, and ready for the workforce. That growth keeps me motivated.”
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Branden: Finding Hope and Harmony at The Door
“The Door feels like a tight-knit community of people from really diverse backgrounds,” Branden says. “We come together, create, collaborate, and support each other. It’s honestly beautiful.”
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