VOICED: Mauritanian children endure life on the streets

The video highlights the plight of children like Ibrahim, who live on the streets of New York, cleaning car windscreens for money. It discusses the growing issue of children in Mauritania left to fend for themselves due to family failures in providing protection and education. Some children receive help from shelters, but these institutions are overwhelmed. With a significant portion of the population under 15, the problem is expected to worsen before improving.

What challenges do children like Ibrahim face in Mauritania?

How many children are currently being housed, fed, and schooled in the shelter mentioned?

What are some reasons children end up in shelters in Mauritania?

What is the purpose of the institution mentioned in the text?

What percentage of the population in Mauritania is under 15, and why is this significant?