NewDoor is a nonprofit organization that has been working in the field of social impact and innovation since its founding in 2013. We started as the first social entrepreneurship accelerator in the Baltic States and initially followed the educational program of the American-Israeli company PresenTense.

In 2015, after our main donor withdrew, founder Diana Lapkis restructured the organization, inviting Maria Povilaite and Olga Kotova to join the board. The board developed a new study program tailored to the needs of Latvian, Baltic, and Eastern European markets, focusing on practical skills and real impact.

Today, we exist to reduce poverty and promote economic and social inclusion in Latvia and beyond. We accomplish this by offering customized support to social impact enterprises and sharing entrepreneurial knowledge.

Since the inception, we have had a global perspective in mind, but we’re acting locally, incessantly observing that our actions have a tangible impact. We consider positive and humane changes in society to be the true measure of success.

Our Vision:
To contribute to and develop a global community of innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers committed to addressing the world's most pressing social and environmental issues through impactful initiatives that catalyze systemic change.

Our Mission:
Through our programs, mentorship, and networking, we train, guide, and empower teams to drive positive social change with entrepreneurial tools. We create environments where ideas thrive, partnerships flourish, trust and collaboration grow, and ventures scale to make a lasting impact.

UN's 17 SDGs:
NewDoor operates in alignment with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, aiming to:
- end poverty in all its forms everywhere (Goal 1),
- ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all (Goal 4),
- achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls (Goal 5),
- promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all (Goal 8),
- and ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns (Goal 12).

Our achievements:
- The 1st Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Accelerator in the Baltic States
- 121 alumni projects out of 630 applicants, and 9 acceleration cohorts.
- Founding member of the Latvian Social Entrepreneurship Association.
- Nominated for the Emerging Europe Awards 2019 in the "Equality-Friendly Initiative of the Year" category.
- D. Lapkis, NewDoor founder and CEO, was awarded as one of the 28 Architects of the Future at the Emerging Europe Awards 2023, celebrating NewDoor's contribution to the socio-economic development of Latvia.
- D. Lapkis was selected as one of the Top 100 Women in Social Enterprise 2023 by Euclid Networks.
- In 2024, NewDoor and D. Lapkis were listed in The Female Factor network among 600 leaders from all over the world.
- In 2024, NewDoor became a member of Impact Europe.

team

Board Member, Lecturer

Board Member, Lecturer

Director, Board Member, Lecturer

MS of Business Administration. Head of international marketing department at RD Alfa Microelectronics. Co-founder of the NewDoor and LabākKopā NGO's.

Bachelor in Social Pedagogy. Entrepreneur, Film and event producer. Co-Founder of Porta Bonanza video production. Co-founder of the NewDoor accelerator.

MS of Economics. Business developer, personal development coach, international speaker. Head of Large Corporates at Swedbank Latvia. Co-founder of the NewDoor accelerator.

Maija Pūre

Accountant, lecturer

Co-Founder, senior accountant at A&M Bilance

Kristīne Tarvida

Communication Project Manager, mentor

NewDoor communication strategy, social media communication, partner and accelerator participant relations.

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annual reports

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