The LIVE, LOVE & LEARN (LLL) Home for Street Children operated from 2010 until the end of 2022. During this time, it provided a safe home for up to 30 children. They were cared for by two house mothers/cooks, two social workers, two teachers providing after-school support, and a sports teacher who coached the children every Saturday. A psychologist and a nurse visited once a month and whenever additional support was needed.
Our motto: Live, Love & Learn.
As a result, all of the children attended a good private school, with many achieving top positions in their class. Alongside their academic success, the children developed strong emotional and social skills through a structured environment with clear rules and consistent support.
The children remained in the LLL Home until they were able to move into suitable accommodation and live independently. Reintegration into society was always our primary goal. After completing school, they either transferred into our scholarship programme or continued with vocational training. Whenever possible, children were also reintegrated into what remained of their families before finishing school. Where needed, this transition was supported through scholarships or business training combined with microcredit. In most cases, the social worker continued to support the young people after they had left the home.
As more children were successfully reintegrated, the available resources were increasingly redirected towards addressing the root causes that force many children onto the streets. We identified the Gorche region as one of the poorest areas surrounding the regional capital, and educational support there began in 2018.
At a Glance
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The home operated from 2010 until the end of 2022.
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High-quality education at private schools, leading to recognised school qualifications.
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Two house mothers, two social workers, and two teachers provided daily support.
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Our long-term goal remains the successful reintegration of children into what remains of their families through our sponsorship programme.
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After completing school: university studies or vocational training with ongoing guidance through our scholarship programme.
