Our Faculty
Our faculty consists of experienced leaders and practitioners dedicated to empowering communities and transforming lives.
Sir Paul Grant
A renowned school turnaround expert, Sir Paul has dedicated his life to transforming struggling schools into thriving hubs of opportunity. He exemplifies how consistent, practical action leads to lasting success.
Joy Madeiros
A seasoned organizational specialist who has partnered with Steve Chalke for over 25 years, Joy shares her invaluable expertise on rebuilding broken systems with purpose and vision.
Marvin Rees
Mayor of Bristol and a committed community leader, Marvin advocates for collective action, demonstrating that partnership and teamwork create enduring change.
Professor Robert Beckford
A leading theologian, broadcaster, and Oasis Trustee, Professor Beckford emphasizes the power of vision in mobilizing people toward a hopeful, shared future.
Maryam Mahdavi
An Oasis Nurture therapeutic specialist, Maryam brings a wealth of experience in helping children heal, grow, and thrive by investing in their emotional and developmental well-being.
Dave Parr
CEO of Oasis UK, Dave oversees the coordination of multiple charities, demonstrating how unified efforts can achieve profound, widespread impact.
Kat Agar
Oasis Director of Community Work, Kat champions inclusive, grassroots approaches that put people at the center of their own transformation.
Zoe Thompson
Principal of Oasis Academy Hadley, Zoe shares her experiences of rebuilding trust, particularly in the aftermath of community challenges and disruptions.
Carrie and David Grant
Carrie and David Grant are BAFTA award-winning broadcasters, vocal coaches, leadership coaches and campaigners.
Lord Michael Hastings
A global leader and advocate for social justice, Lord Hastings highlights the transformational power of instilling hope and belief in individuals and communities.
