The Need

Meeting children where they are. Helping them build a different future.

Understanding the Reality for Street-Connected Children

Life on the Streets

In Mombasa, children live and survive on the streets for many reasons, including poverty, family breakdown, abuse and neglect.

Without reliable access to food, shelter, education or protection, they can be exposed to exploitation, substance use and violence. Many sleep on pavements or in makeshift shelters and face daily uncertainty.

Behind every child is a different story — and the need for someone to see their value, build trust and offer the possibility of something different.

Life on the Garbage Dump

At the municipal garbage dump in Mombasa, hundreds of people—many of them women and children—live and work in extremely challenging conditions.

Some children survive by scavenging on the dumpsite, searching for items to sell and food to eat. The environment poses serious health risks.

Daily life includes exposure to hazardous waste, sharp objects, and harmful substances, putting their health and safety at constant risk. Opportunities for education, stability, and development are extremely limited.