VOICED : Street kids struggle for survival in Kenya

The video discusses the plight of street children in Kenya, highlighting the challenges they face, such as societal rejection and abuse. It describes how these children form their own communities and the role of rescue centers in providing support. Despite efforts to rehabilitate and reunite them with families, many children struggle with addiction and return to the streets. The video provides statistics on the number of street children and emphasizes the limited impact of current rescue efforts.

What is one reason street children form their own communities?

• To escape from school

• To find new hobbies

• To create a safe environment with their own rules

• To avoid paying taxes

What was the primary goal of the rescue data center established in 1992?

• To rescue 70 girls from the streets each year

• To offer free education to all children in Nairobi

• To build new homes for street children

• To provide free meals to all street children

What kind of support does the rescue center offer to street children?

• Free transportation

• Psychological help, education, and drug rehabilitation

• Job placements

• Sports training

Why do some children run away from rescue centers?

• They miss their friends on the streets

• They want to travel

• They have a craving to sniff glue

• They dislike the food

What is a significant challenge faced by NGOs in helping street children?

• Government restrictions

• Insufficient funding

• The vast number of street children compared to available resources

• Lack of volunteers