Academy for Hope is presented by Steve Chalke and
The Program
What You'll Learn and Discover
Steps for Transformation
Proven principles for creating integrated care systems that work with people, not to or for them.
Real Stories, Real Change
Insights from leaders in education, faith, and social care who are transforming communities.
Tools for Impact
Empowering grassroots movements, families, and local charities to rebuild systems.
“This sets out vital steps for government, civil society and key stakeholders to create integrated care for our young people.”
Program Outline
Twelve Weeks.
Ten Core Modules.
Over 40 Video Sessions.
This twelve week program consists of 10 core modules. Entirely self-paced and 100% online. With each module you'll receive:
- A masterclass teaching by Steve Chalke unpacking a principle from A Manifesto for Hope
- Practical application video demonstrating the module's principle in action
- Special guest teaching from leading voices
- Audiobook access to Steve Chalke's A Manifesto for Hope (read by the author)
- eBook access to Steve Chalke's A Manifesto for Hope
- Assessments to test what you've learned
Welcome to the Program
Steve Chalke introduces Academy for Hope, a 10-module course designed to equip participants with practical principles for transforming communities and improving lives.
An Ounce of Practice is Worth a Ton of Theory
Turn ideas into impactful action. Small, consistent steps create lasting change.
Where There's Ruin, There's Hope
From the ashes of broken systems, hope can rise. Learn to see potential in every challenge.
You Go Faster Alone, but You Can Go Further Together
Foster collaboration to create long-term, sustainable solutions.
Without a Vision, the People Perish
Transform your community by cultivating a clear and shared vision for the future.
You Can Judge the Wisdom of Any Society by the Investment It Makes in Its Children
Prioritise children and young people as the key to a flourishing future.
Individually, We Are One Drop. Together, We Are an Ocean
Mobilise collective action to amplify community impact.
Do Things With People, Not To Them or For Them
Empower local voices and move away from top-down solutions.
Trust is the Glue of Life
Build trust within communities as the foundation for transformation.
People Follow People, Not Disembodied Principles
Real change begins with relationship and authentic leadership.
People Become What They Believe
Cultivate hope, vision, and belief in a better tomorrow.
About the Program Director
Steve Chalke
Steve Chalke is a social entrepreneur, justice campaigner, author, motivational speaker, broadcaster, church leader and former UN Special Advisor on Human Trafficking.
Steve trained in theology and in 1985 founded the Oasis Trust — which has now grown into a large group of charities — which he still leads. Today Oasis has over 5,500 staff, as well as many more thousands of volunteers.
Oasis currently works in 86 local neighbourhoods around the world — 52 of which are in the UK — where its goal is always to build, and to help others build, integrated, high quality and diverse services through a wide variety of activities and partnerships.
5,500+
Oasis Staff
86
Neighbourhoods
40+
Years Experience
Guest Faculty
Our Faculty
Our faculty consists of experienced leaders and practitioners dedicated to empowering communities and transforming lives.
Sir Paul Grant
School Turnaround Expert
A renowned school turnaround expert, Sir Paul has dedicated his life to transforming struggling schools into thriving hubs of opportunity.
Joy Madeiros
Organisational Specialist
A seasoned organisational specialist who has partnered with Steve Chalke for over 25 years, Joy shares her invaluable expertise on rebuilding broken systems.
Marvin Rees
Former Mayor of Bristol
Former mayor of Bristol and a committed community leader, Marvin advocates for collective action, demonstrating that partnership and teamwork create enduring change.
Professor Robert Beckford
Theologian & Broadcaster
A leading theologian, broadcaster, and Oasis Trustee, Professor Beckford emphasises the power of vision in mobilising people toward a hopeful, shared future.
Maryam Mahdavi
Oasis Nurture Specialist
An Oasis Nurture therapeutic specialist, Maryam brings a wealth of experience in helping children heal, grow, and thrive.
Dave Parr
Oasis Group CEO
Oasis Group CEO, Dave oversees the coordination of multiple charities, demonstrating how unified efforts can achieve profound, widespread impact.
Kat Agar
Oasis Community Partnerships CEO
Kat champions inclusive, grassroots approaches that put people at the centre of their own transformation.
Zoe Thompson
Principal, Oasis Academy Hadley
Zoe shares her experiences of rebuilding trust, particularly in the aftermath of community challenges and disruptions.
Carrie and David Grant
BAFTA Award-Winning Broadcasters
Carrie and David Grant are BAFTA award-winning broadcasters, vocal coaches, leadership coaches and campaigners.
Lord Michael Hastings
Global Leader & Advocate
A global leader and advocate for social justice, Lord Hastings highlights the transformational power of instilling hope and belief in individuals and communities.
Tuition
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