Alice first became involved with the OSCAR Foundation in 2017 when she was recruited at Bradfield as an OSCAR Young Leader and was instrumental in hosting the OSCAR girls in 2018. 

She has recently returned from a month of volunteering for OSCAR in Mumbai, Karnataka and Daman. She has written a wonderful blog about her experience,

'When I first boarded the plane to India, I was filled with a mix of excitement and apprehension. As a volunteer with the OSCAR Foundation, I was ready to assist with football sessions and educational programs, but I had no idea how profoundly this experience would change my perspective on life and happiness.

My journey began in Mumbai, a city that pulsates with an energy like no other. Where homes are so compact, they fit together like puzzle pieces, and the streets are alive with a symphony of car horns, road vendors, and laughter. My days were spent between the learning centres in the community, the OSCAR office and the football pitches and although the days were tiring and the temperature almost unbearable, the children’s boundless enthusiasm and infectious smiles made every moment worthwhile. Read more...

OSCAR would eagerly encourage other Bradfieldians to join their Volunteer programme, take a look at the OSCAR volunteering in India webpage to find out more and if you are interested please contact lucinda@oscar-foundation.org