Our Mission

Mission Statement:
Our mission is to support people facing disadvantage by providing them with high-quality skills training, a nurturing community, and sustainable opportunities for growth, so they can overcome challenges, achieve measurable success, and build a brighter, more resilient future.
 
Vision Statement:
Our vision is a society where everyone has the chance to rise above disadvantage through access to progressive skills development, meaningful employment, and a supportive community, fostering hope and contributing to a more equitable and thriving society.
 
Our values:
Respect – Innovation- Trust – Excellence. 
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Discover Your Path to a positive future.

At Oasis Partnership, we understand how life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re grappling with unemployment, dealing with redundancy, or facing a financial crisis, you are not alone. Our programmes are here to help you break the cycle, empowering you to move your life forward in a non-judgmental and supportive environment.

 

 

Empowering Change, One Step at a Time

Our mission is simple yet powerful: to provide you with the tools and support needed to regain control of your life. We believe that everyone deserves a chance to thrive, regardless of their past or present circumstances. At Oasis Partnership, we’re committed to helping you build the skills and resilience needed to overcome obstacles and create a brighter future.

 

Comprehensive Support for Lasting Impact

We know that every individual’s journey is unique, and that’s why our solutions are tailored to meet your specific needs. Our programmes address a wide range of challenges, from employability skills and financial management to reducing loneliness and social isolation. By focusing on holistic development opportunities, we aim to equip you with the confidence and capabilities needed to navigate life’s complexities successfully.

 

Understanding and Compassion at Every Turn

Navigating life’s hurdles can be daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. At Oasis Partnership, we pride ourselves on offering a nurturing and empathetic environment where you can feel heard and understood. Our team is here to support you without judgement, providing a safe space for you to explore your potential and make the change you want. We are dedicated to fostering a sense of community and belonging, so you can refocus your life with dignity and hope.

Take the First Step Today

Your journey towards a better future begins with a simple step. Reach out to us via email or give us a call. We’re here to listen, support, and guide you towards the resources and programmes that can make a difference in your life.

Venue Hire

At The Oasis Café, our versatile group rooms are designed to support skills development and community growth. Perfect for meetings, training sessions, support groups, or creative workshops, these spaces offer everything you need for learning and collaboration.

Paired with food and refreshments from our café, you’ll find the ideal environment to host any gathering or event, making The Oasis Café a true hub for personal and professional development.

Meet the Team

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Colin McGregor-Paterson

CEO

Colin has been the CEO of Oasis since 2007, and has been working in the voluntary sector for over 28 years.
Colin is passionate about making a positive difference to peoples lives, using his experiences and creativity to make things happen.
In his spare time Colin spends time with his family and two beagles, and in his spare time you will find him down the cafe allotment.

Colin is a Clore Fellow, a Lay Research Panel member for Alopecia UK and is an on the advisory board for the ADHD Liberty Charity.
Colin is BIP100 club member.

Helen Cavill - Project Manager

Skilled and experienced professional with a background in statutory, not for profit and corporate organisations to deliver services and projects. Currently employed at The Oasis Partnership to lead on project ideas and delivery. I volunteer as Chair of Trustees for SAASSBMK (Sexual Assault & Abuse Support Service Bucks & Milton Keynes).

Lydia Desmond

Routes to Work Manager.

A highly experienced professional with over 20 years across the healthcare, education, construction, manufacturing. government and energy sectors.

With a passion for working with people, Lydia joined Oasis Routes to Work team, knowing that her skills and experience would enable her to make a real difference to peoples lives.  

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Vicky McGie

Assertive Outreach Worker

Vicky specialises in substance misuse and mental health support. She has been a counsellor for around 8 years and is currently studying to be a psychotherapist. 

Vicki loves socialising, eating, walking, and playing with her scruffy fluffy doolally dogs. 

Connor McGregor-Paterson

Media Arts Culture Project Worker

Connor has been supporting Oasis for most of his life. Whilst studying at Uni, Connor was instrumental in setting up the Media launchpad project recently re-named  – Media, Arts & Culture project. 

 

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Jon Martin

Media Arts and Culture Project Lead

Jon has over 25 years experience in music and sound production, mainly as a performer/producer in various rock bands. As well as having a lifelong passion for music, both playing and listening to, Jon is a self confessed sports nut and likens himself to a dog in that he’s at his happiest when chasing a ball about (playing football, tennis, squash, golf, cricket). 

Jon is a long-suffering Tottenham Hotspur supporter and also watches Chesham United as often as he can.  

Alastair Wheelhouse

Routes to Work Project Worker

Katalin Mojoros

Routes to Work Project Worker

Katalin is a qualified CBT Therapist, Counsellor, Life Coach, Health and Wellbeing Coach, Healthy Weight Coach. Mental Health First Aider.

Natalie Gault

Routes to Work Project Worker.

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Veronica Hassan

Strategic Business Innovation and Development Manager

Veronica is our Knowledge Transfer Partnership Associate. Employed by Bucks New University, where she graduated in May. Veronica is working with  Oasis for 2-year project, helping us to develop commercial practices that will generate unrestricted income to support our charity aims. 

Veronica has worked in the adult social care sector for over thirteen years working with learning disabilities, mental health, and acquired brain injury caused by substance abuse. Veronica is a mother to two beautiful girls and enjoys cooking with them.

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Sue Welsh

Finance Manager

Sue has been working at The Oasis Partnership for over 14 years and is a fountain of all knowledge for the charity! Sue has built her experience by learning from, our Treasurer’s, and is now the Oasis Finance Manager, part of the leadership team and fundraising committee. 

When she is not busy driving around her 3 children, she enjoys playing sports and going for long walks with her Boxer dog Dave.

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Clare Samways

Clare joined our team in November 2019 and graduated from the Open University with an Honours Degree in Social Science in 2022. Clare is dedicated to fundraising and has a passion for making a difference. 

In her personal life, she is the parent of two grown-up children and has a Labrador named Lola. When she’s not researching funding opportunities at her desk, Clare enjoys dancing, singing, and cooking – sometimes all at once!

Rani Ahmad

Community Engagement Facilitator
Social Circle Coordinator

Natalie Judson

Community Engagement Manager 'Multiply', Financial Literacy, Digital Inclusion. A customer focused, self-motivated individual with experience of working within both public and private sectors. Roles within local government have a particular focus on community engagement and development. Proven track record of successfully delivering community–led projects across Buckinghamshire with strong links in the Chiltern's area. I am highly capable with well-developed interpersonal skills enabling me to create strong, positive working relationships. This collaborative personal style creates joined up solutions as I understand and respond to local area needs, issues and opportunities which improve outcomes for residents. Specialties: Community Engagement & Development Nursery Management Family Support Services Research & Recruitment Event Management

Aamna Ahmad

Community Engagement Facilitator
Social Circle Facilitator

Our Governance  

As a charity, Oasis Partnership is governed by a Board of Trustees. Our Trustees are responsible for the general control and management of the administration. Board members lead the overall strategic direction of the organisation. The Trustees meet quarterly for Board meetings whilst also participating in sub-committees to drive forward actions.

Oasis Partnership’s governance procedures are reviewed regularly by the Governance Committee, finance is reviewed by the Financial Scrutiny Committee and business development is led by the Contracts and Tenders Committee. 

Our Board Members

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Philippe Chaudhry

Board Chairman

Philippe comes to Oasis with a wealth of experience from the private sector, mostly in banking and investment finance, having studied at Harvard University and Cambridge University.

Philippe’s strategic prowess perfectly aligns with our objectives:

  • Strategic Investment: Fuelling sustainable growth.
  • Diversified Income: Crafting innovations for long-term viability.
  • Dynamic Governance: Infusing fresh perspectives into leadership.
  • Transparent Impact: Ensuring accountability through insightful reporting.
  • Collaborative Partnerships: Amplifying our influence through strategic alliances.

 

Philippe’s journey mirrors our mission’s evolution. His expert touch ignites innovation, propelling partnerships, and unfurling the latent potential within marginalised communities.

Joanna Hill

Treasurer
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 Liz Barter  

Trustee Safeguarding Lead

Liz has worked for organisations supporting adults and young people since leaving school, initially as a support worker during her BA in History at King’s College London in 2002.

In 2011, she completed an MSc in Clinical and Public Health Aspects of Addiction at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience. Following this she spent a year as Programme Manager for Alcohol and Drugs at Public Health England.

Liz has experience managing a range of community services and large contract portfolios for care and support organisations, with a particular interest in business development, regulatory compliance and quality improvement.

In 2017, Liz joined the Care Quality Commission mental health hospitals team, a fascinating role that included the regulation of substance misuse, mental health and learning disability services. This was followed by a Head of Quality role in a large CAMHS hospital, caring for young people with mental health problems. Liz is a registered Social Worker, and since 2022 has been Head of Adult Disabilities Service for a large neighbouring local authority. 

Liz’s other voluntary roles have included two years as a Samaritan, four years as a Trustee for Oxford Homeless Pathways, and a current role as Heart of Bucks’ Ambassador for Isolation and Disadvantage. 

“I believe the voluntary sector is vital to challenging social injustice and inequality, and that people need us alongside them now more than ever. I am really proud to be part of the Oasis team.”

Emma Darlington

Emma joined us during the pandemic in Sept 2020, whilst she was Community Fundraising & Corporate Manager with the Bobarth Centre in Watford.  Before this, she was a Fundraiser with the Epilepsy Society.  She loves to travel and learn about different cultures and history. She has been to Kenya on a few charitable trips to help support a community in Embu, north of Kenya. During visits, she helps to educate the children and puts on drama workshops. 

Emma studied film studies and drama at school, and she describes herself as a positive and confident individual with strong persuasive skills. She has arranged annual fundraising awards, and shares stories of fundraisers in e-newsletters. She has an individual membership with the Institute of Fundraising which means she can keep up to date with the latest news and updates in the fundraising world. 

Aifra Perveen

Aifra joined the board in Sept 2020 with a BSc in Computing & Internet Technology. She is an IT professional who is keen to pursue her chosen career. A good communicator, Aifra works well as a leader and as part of a team. She has volunteered at several different organisations including Wycombe Homeless Connection & Wycombe Museum and is also a school governor at Beechview School in High Wycombe. She is an avid reader and speaks three different languages.  

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Joseph Baum

Joseph also joined the Board in 2021.

A proud Chesham resident, with a background in communications, Joseph has a particular passion for supporting community groups and young people. For three years he was a local School Governor, working with parents and teachers to improve outcomes for pupils. In addition to that, Joseph re-established the Chesham Youth Council in 2018, to give more young people a voice in the town. This initiative is still going strong today. As a member of both Chesham Town Council and Buckinghamshire Council, Joseph is determined to support the most disadvantaged people in the county. 

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