Oasis India uses sports training to reach out to disadvantaged young boys, most of whom have dropped out of school and are either wasting their time loitering around or struggling to get decent jobs that will help with the family's income. As part of the programme, they are counselled towards finishing school and learning a trade to get good jobs and support themselves and their families. They are also offered training and development opportunities.
 
Just out of school, 7 young students attended a career guidance programme where they were enlightened about various courses and options for their future careers. These boys are part of Oasis India's work among disadvantaged youth in Chennai. "It is difficult to reach out to the youth and encourage them to study simply because they think it's a waste of time." explains Balamurali, who manages the youth work programme in Chennai, "Most of them prefer to work, with 'fast money' as their goal." Oasis also collaborates with Nehru Yuva Kendra, a government scheme which provides short-term training courses for them.
 
Fifteen year old Anand is one of those who attended the career guidance workshop. He has opted to enrol in an electrical and electronics course which will then enable him to be skilled enough to get a job so that he can help support his family. The community college where he is enrolled will also provide him with a bus pass, food and a stipend.
 
There is a noticeable change in perspective among the youth as Oasis works with them. They are more open to pursuing an education which would benefit them in the long run. Their parents, too, are willing to send their children for these courses in the hope that these would ensure a stable income for the family.