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Why Roger supported CSC

“The Consortium for Street Children is supporting the organisations that are helping the children as grassroots organisations but also focusing on the bigger picture. He wanted to make the biggest difference he could, and while giving to individual projects helps a group of children greatly, he wanted to do all he could to help all street children.”

Julia Cook, former Chair of Trustees, on the support the late Roger Hayes gave to CSC

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Emmanuel’s* Story

At just 13 years old, Emmanuel had already experienced more instability than most children face in a lifetime. His mother, who was his main caregiver, struggled to provide for him. With no support and no chance to go to school, Emmanuel ended up on the streets of Mombasa — where life quickly became about survival.

On the streets, school seemed impossible. Emmanuel had never stepped inside a classroom, and his mother was frightened at the requirements to enrol him in school and thought he couldn’t catch up with his peers. He often felt weak and ill from lack of food, and although he knew he wanted to go to school, his mother’s fears meant he struggled to explain his desires without feeling as though he was ‘betraying’ her.

It was in this condition that street workers from Glad’s House, trained by the Consortium for Street Children, first met Emmanuel. They listened to him, encouraged him, and helped him see a future beyond the streets. Slowly, Emmanuel began to trust them. At the safe space run by Glad’s House, he joined sports and catch-up education classes. For the first time, he started to learn to read and write — small steps that filled him with confidence and pride.

Street workers also helped Emmanuel and his grandmother work with local authorities to find a safer, more stable home for him. When he bravely asked to move into foster care so he could continue his education, the team made sure his voice was heard. With their support, Emmanuel began to rebuild his relationship with his mother while still being able to stay in a safe environment where his progress could continue.

Today, Emmanuel is thriving. He is enrolled in school, and though he is older than many of his classmates, he is already making promising progress. He has new friends, growing self-esteem, and a future he once thought impossible.

This transformation was only possible because a street worker took the time to believe in Emmanuel, and because supporters like you made it possible. Your support gives children like Emmanuel the chance to move from fear and neglect to safety, education, and hope.

*Name has been changed

Why CSC?

We are working for a world which protects, respects, and fulfils street children’s rights – rights they are entitled to the same as every other child.

We are only able to do this thanks to supporters just like you. Discover more about our work here.