About Us
The Jungle is an immersive space dedicated to building community, developing friendships and fostering creativity. Situated in the heart of Cowley, Oxford, the Jungle serves to embrace, equip, and empower the local area through an array of workshops and projects. The goal is to bring holistic transformation to people’s lives and to be a space of hope.
Our Vision
To see the transformation of East Oxford inspired and led by our Christian faith
Our Mission
Embrace
When you come in, we hope you will feel unconditionally welcomed into a space of encouragement, peace, and rest, no matter who you are or where you have come from.
Equip
While you're here, we hope you will gain practical and emotional tools to navigate the world, as well as a renewed sense of confidence and self-belief.
Empower
When you leave, we hope you will feel encouraged and inspired to embrace the challenges of life and to impact your surrounding community and relationships in a positive way.
Meet the Team
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Phil Chapman
OXFORD CATALYST
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Beverly Visser
JUNGLE SUPERVISOR
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Micah Hayns
ARTIST & CREATIVE DIRECTOR
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Katie Nay
COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT ADVOCATE
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Esther Vince
ART GYM PROJECT LEAD
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Peter Vernan
TEAM MEMBER
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Lisa Vernan
TEAM MEMBER
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Lola Chapman
DIRECTOR OF GLOBAL ADVANCEMENT
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Victoria Luker
TRUSTEE
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Mezza Coombes
TRUSTEE
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Jon Steppe
TRUSTEE
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Joyce Francois
TRUSTEE
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Clare Hayns
TRUSTEE
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Batsi Mhuka
TRUSTEE/TREASURER - FLAS Financial Services
“It was great to visit the Jungle and find out about all their work supporting local people.
It’s clear that the Jungle is a real hub for people of all ages and I want to pay tribute to everyone involved, from the staff to volunteers and of course also the artist Micah Hayns.
It was really good also to speak with some of those who have found companionship and connection at the Jungle following some very difficult life experiences.
I hope the Jungle can go from strength to strength in the future - many thanks to Templars Square for their support of it as well”