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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 16h

It's #blackhistorymonth 2025!

Over the next few weeks, we'll be spotlighting Black figures from history who worked for a world where there is no one left out.

Kicking us off is Angela Y. Davis — political activist, philosopher, and academic.

#NOLO

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 1d

Today, Oasis will hold a minute’s silence to remember the victims of the Manchester synagogue attack and to support all those who live in fear of further attacks or reprisals

We must work together to end hate and bring hope.

#BritainStandsTogether #NOLO

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 2d

According to the BBC , a record number of people died whilst homeless last year — over 1,600.

We want to change this story. But we need your help. Learn more here: https://oasisnolo.org/priorities/pioneering-housing-solutions/ #NOLO

Pioneering housing solutions – Oasis NOLO

Access to safe, affordable housing is one of the most enduring problems in local neighbourhoods. Countless households are stuck in temporary, overcrowded, or overpriced accommodation.

oasisnolo.org

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 3d

On Thursday, we will be taking part in a National Day of Unity and Solidarity in remembrance of the victims of the recent Manchester synagogue attack, and in support of all those who live in fear of further attacks. #britainstandstogether #NOLO

Communities urged to stand together against hate a week on from synagogue attack

Schools and community groups are preparing to hold silences on Thursday to mark a moment of solidarity.

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 3d

“It made me want to go to school… Now I am in school every day.”

The Sunday Times highlights how Oasis Academies Oldham & Limeside are working with @Power2org’s Teens & Toddlers to re-engage young people through mentoring. #NOLO

👉 https://shorturl.at/fyg8C

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oasisbd8community.bsky.social @oasisbd8community.bsky.social · 4d

Fantastic Start to for our second Bradford Health Videography project with @oasisuk.bsky.social Lister Park Academy year 7 and 8's with Talk Your Walk CIC in the new Oasis #ManninghamCommunitySpace #YouthVoice

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 5d

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨

We're looking for a new Operations Director to join our Youth & Community national leadership team.

👉 Find out more and apply today: https://www.oasisuk.org/job/operations-director-oasis-community-partnerships-youth-and-community/

#CharityJobs #Leadership #OperationsDirector

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 7d

"An Oasis Village is all about working with local people and empowering them to get the job done. Nothing else will work, however many noughts there are at the end of the budget.” - @stevechalke.bsky.social

👉Read about our latest Oasis village: https://shorturl.at/MpbGe

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 8d

We are incredibly proud to mark 40 years of Oasis and everything we've achieved along the way.

This milestone wouldn't be possible without the unwavering support of our amazing partners - thank you for walking this journey with us Sodexo UK.

#NOLO #BuildingStrongerCommunities

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Steve Chalke @stevechalke.bsky.social · 8d

We don’t see a child as a problem, instead we see potential.

Oasis Villages; designed to work with children & young people struggling with mainstream school to offer them opportunity, skills & great life-choices.

Find out more or get involved here: www.oasisuk.org/latest-news/...

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 9d

Today marks the start of #BlackHistoryMonth. We love this year’s theme, “Standing Firm in Power and Pride,” celebrating the resilience, strength & contributions of the Black community—past, present & future. ✨ #NOLO

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 10d

When you invest in homes you invest in futures!

We can't wait to raise funds at this years gala dinner at Grocers Hall for our plans to buy 20 homes across #Scunthorpe and #Sheffield #buildingstrongercommunities for everyone through affordable housing. #NOLO @stevechalke.bsky.social

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Steve Chalke @stevechalke.bsky.social · 10d

“An Oasis Village is a proven cost-effective model for…genuine partnership with local people to transform the life opportunities of children, young people and their families, by empowering grassroots groups & ordinary people.”

Cllr Julie McManus, Wirral Council
www.wirralglobe.co.uk/news/2550231...

Wirral Council to open 'national first' designed to reduce youth violence and crime

A COUNCIL property in Wirral is being repurposed to support vulnerable young people.

www.wirralglobe.co.uk

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 14d

Nothing says NO ONE LEFT OUT like a Tough Mudder 💪 It’s more than an obstacle race — it’s a team challenge where strangers become teammates, hurdles turn into high-fives, and no one’s left behind. Ready for 2026? 📩 Email: [email protected] #NOLO

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 15d

Just 2 weeks to go until our annual gala dinner. We'll be celebrating 40 years of Oasis and raising vital funds for affordable homes in #Scunthorpe and #Sheffield.

We can't wait to welcome friends, partners, and changemakers to join us on what's set to be a very inspiring evening! #NOLO

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 16d

The work's not done yet.

🏠123,000 households are in temporary accommodation

👶300,000 children and young people are missing from education

📉1 in 5 people are living in poverty

Here's how you can help: https://oasisnolo.org/

#NOLO

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 17d

Wherever Christianity is co-opted to support violence, misogyny, racism - it loses its very soul. Here's an open letter we've helped to write, signed by church leaders from across theological viewpoints:

Sunday Times: http://bit.ly/4nCTzB5
Sunday Mirror: https://bit.ly/4pyTqAs

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 18d

Thank you for an amazing summer! ☀️

From sports clubs 🏀 to play groups 🎨, food programmes 🍎 to holiday clubs 🏖️, farm activities 🐄 to days at the zoo 🦁 — our communities had an amazing summer! 🌟And all of this was made possible because of your support ❤️. #NOLO

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 22d

It was a privilege to host HRH The Prince of Wales last week at Oasis St Martin’s Village as he met with Village partners
Spiral Skills, YCUK & Symphony- three local organisations working together to bring life-changing opportunities for young people.

📷 The Royal Foundation

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 23d

💰"The reality is that in our country, if you are poor, you are far more likely to get locked up than if you are rich." - @stevechalke.bsky.social

🎧Listen to this recent episode of 'The Today Debate' exploring the question: Should we send fewer people to prison? - https://shorturl.at/GoSLm

A tattooed inmate's arms rest on jail cell bars, wearing an orange uniform inside a prison.

Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 24d

“Education as a route to success and high aspirations create a virtuous circle.” - @stevechalke.bsky.social

Read this @telegraphnews.bsky.social piece exploring why white-working class children perform worse academically than almost any other group.

👉Learn more: https://shorturl.at/XWSys

#NOLO

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Steve Chalke @stevechalke.bsky.social · 27d

In 2021 this team set up a pilot; Oasis Nurture provides personalised therapeutic care for children facing multiple adversities, making sure that no child feels excluded because of the emotional challenges they face. Now we’re ready to launch the same approach elsewhere in London & Liverpool.

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · 28d

Believe in a better world? Now help build one!

Join the Academy for Hope with @stevechalke.bsky.social - distilling decades of learning into a practical, easily accessible online course, designed to inspire action.

Start your journey today: https://www.academyforhope.org/ #NOLO

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · Sep 10

👏 In case you missed it, Oasis Academy South Bank has been named Secondary School of the Year at the 2025 Tes Schools Awards! 🏆

A huge tribute to our staff, students & the wider Oasis hub community who work every day to ensure every child thrives. 💚

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Oasis @oasisuk.bsky.social · Sep 8

Believe in a better world? Now help build one!

Join the Academy for Hope with @stevechalke.bsky.social - distilling decades of learning into a practical, easily accessible online course, designed to inspire action.

Start your journey today: https://www.academyforhope.org/ #NOLO

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