The complex social and economic challenges we face put enormous strain on families. Unemployment, HIV/AIDS, low skills and few opportunities make South African children particularly vulnerable to social and family violence, abuse, drugs and the daily desperation that comes from having nobody to turn to. Eventually, some of these children end up living on the street.

Kids Haven runs an integrated programme working with over 1,000 street children in the Benoni area. They provide a safe environment for boys and girls living or working on the streets. Every child gets a full range of support from accommodation, food and clothing to psychosocial support. Where possible, Kids Haven tracks down and tries to reunite the children with their families. The combination of support services gives these children the opportunity for a better life and helps get them off the streets for good.