Street Child implements various initiatives in conflict zones to meet the diverse learning needs of children. We provide education in various settings, often in informal learning environments, which may include community-based centers such as churches or temporary spaces like tents, when necessary. Creating child-friendly spaces is a central part of our approach, and these safe environments offer children stability and a sense of normalcy amid chaos, allowing them to learn, grow and have fun.

We also provide education for displaced children, and many of our programs incorporate an accelerated language component. This helps children learn the language of the host country, facilitating their transition into public school and promoting their long-term success.

Street Child’s programs run in some of the worst climate-affected countries in the world. Somalia is facing the most severe drought in 40 years, and to lessen the impact we are running a drought emergency and resilience project. This program supports efforts by the international community to reduce the high rates of illness and death caused by extreme drought and lack of access to clean water.  

Additionally, Bangladesh and Nepal are ranked among countries that are most vulnerable to the effects of climate change. In Bangladesh, we have been working with local partners to implement low-resource solutions that have high impact, including maintaining zero use of plastic and employing green gardening to protect the environment. In addition, we are running programs focused on sustainability and environmental education in local schools.