About Us

The Jungle is an immersive space dedicated to fostering creativity, developing friendships, and building a strong sense of community. 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

  • Phil Chapman

    OXFORD CATALYST

  • Beverly Visser

    JUNGLE SUPERVISOR

  • Micah Hayns

    ARTIST & CREATIVE DIRECTOR

  • Katie Nay

    COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT ADVOCATE

  • Esther Vince

    ART GYM PROJECT LEAD

  • Lizzy Spight

    LIONESS RISING CO-LEADER

  • Peter Vernan

    TEAM MEMBER

  • Lisa Vernan

    TEAM MEMBER

  • Lola Chapman

    DIRECTOR OF GLOBAL ADVANCEMENT

  • Victoria Luker

    OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE

  • Mezza Coombes

    OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE

  • Jon Steppe

    OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE