Overview: YouthDoors provides collaboration to open doors for disadvantaged youth to expand learning outside the classroom through teaching, mentoring, and networking opportunities with professionals in education, business, and the Boston area community.
Vision: Our vision is One Boston with all aspects of the community collaborating to maximize opportunities and positive outcomes for Boston youth.
“Now that I know that allowing myself room to grow and learn will led to more success, I should be able to better prepare myself for the future.” Junie
“Some went through a lot when they were younger and now look where they are at. From this I believe that I can be somebody in life and not give up even when life gets hard.” Yoselyn
“One thing I will always remember from this experience, is that no matter where I end up in the future, to give back to the community.” Sherley
We Are Looking for Companies, Higher Education, Youth-focused Non-profits to Join Our YouthDoors Network!
Your organization can make a difference in the lives of Boston youth. Please fill out the form found here and contact us at youthdoors@communitycall.org
Please contact us with your ideas for opening doors for Boston youth and we will make your ideas a reality!
“Microsoft recognizes the importance of engaging students with technology and encouraging our professionals to work with the next generation to accomplish their goals. It is our mission to empower every person on the planet to achieve more.” Tamara Maniscalco, Microsoft Application Development Manager
Microsoft provided mentoring and a technology demonstration at Boston City Hall during February vacation as part of our YouthDOORS program. It was a great success and everyone benefited from a mutually engaging experience of sharing and learning!
Benefits for Youth:
- Increased likelihood of academic success
- Promotion of healthier relationships & lifestyle choices
- Increased educational aspirations
- Enhanced self-esteem and self-confidence
- Stronger interpersonal skills
- Opportunities increasing possible future successes
- Opportunity for a life changing experience
Benefits for Adults:
- Ability to connect with youth in a meaningful way
- Making a positive difference in the life of a youth
- Improving your professional and social skills
- Contributing to stronger communities by connecting directly and sharing your personal strengths
- Increasing your patience and your supervisory skills
Benefits for Companies:
- A fun, safe, and flexible way for civic engagement
- Customizable to your resources and level of commitment
- Single entry point for Boston area civic engagement
- Collaboration logistics are managed by Community Call
- Commitment is scalable with growth or can be scaled back if resources are limited.
- Receive public recognition through social media, the Community Call website, and possibly through press releases and media coverage.