MODULE 5Determining the Needs andProblems of Street ChildrenMODULE 5Determining the Needs andProblems of Street Children

In the dark dark town there is a dark dark street.. In the dark dark street there is a dark

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Between 5 % and 15% of the children seen in the streets have completely abandoned their homes , and form part of a street subculture where violence, abuse , delinquency

Its programme includes alternative "community schools" for children living in the slums; school sponsorships for children who wish to enter the formal

Street children live a transitory life style and are vulnerable to inadequate nutrition, physical injuries, substance use, and health problems including sexual and reproductive

Educational opportunities are denied to them and street educators usually engage street boys in various activities while paying little attention to girls.. It is important to seek

Even though using psychoactive substances may lead to serious problems, many street children use them either because a particular substance adds something to their lives or

Having unprotected sex with substance users can lead to sexual and reproductive health problems because such persons are more to likely engage in risky sexual behaviour.. The risk