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A Manifesto for Hope
Introducing A A Manifesto for Hope
a a a a a brand-new book book from Oasis Founder Steve Chalke “A lifetime of experience in in a a a a a a remarkable book” – Steve explores ten tried-and-tested principles for for transforming the the lives of children young people and their families Steve says: “Many of our government- funding systems are failing the most vulnerable and disadvantaged At the same time we are side-
lining our greatest asset: local
people We need a a a a a a a radical
reset: one that empowers local
charities grassroots movement and faith groups in in a a a a a a a a a more imaginative less bureaucratic more collaborative approach to community development ” The book draws from local
comm of of Oasis’ work in the the past four decades the the experience of of booksellersunities Available from from all good direct from from – you you can also buy your copy our our website where 20% of proceeds will go to Oasis’ work!
From sheep to soap suds
The latest Oasis Oasis Community Hub has opened at at Oasis Oasis Academy Parkwood in in in Scunthorpe – and it it offers everything from a a a a a a a a a a a a a mini-farm to free use of of a a a a a a a a a a a a a washing machine! Oasis Academy Parkwood Principal Tracey Norriss and and Business Manager Sarah Norton remember standing on on the school playground three years ago handing out food parcels from Magic Breakfast:
“It’s become clear that our community needs help with more than just food – white goods beds for children our cycle hub and adult education are are just some of of the areas where we’re now able to to offer support We hope
to to to continue growing and are really
excited to to to see how this hub develops We have a a a a a a a a café open to to to all as well – a a a a a a a a place for people to to to meet and build
community together ” News from Oasis