Charlie
Charlie was referred to Railway Children after being reported missing and travelling on the rail network without a ticket. It quickly became clear there was more to this referral than met the eye.
MEET THE CHILDREN
We've reached and protected thousands of vulnerable young people in Tanzania, India and the UK.
Together we’ve changed children’s lives and given them a future worth looking forward to
These are just some of their stories…
A journey to a better future
At 15, Dante was living in a freezing loft with no windows, which made everyday life and school a struggle.
Determined to change his future, he made the brave decision to seek support.
What followed was a journey full of challenges, resilience, and hope.
How Safara found her way home with our support
At just 10 years old, Safara was sent far from home to work as a domestic helper, believing it would help support her family.
But when she lost her employer’s contact details on the long journey, she suddenly found herself alone in a busy city.
Stranded and scared, she needed help to find safety and a way back to the future she deserved.
Escaping exploitation
Kaafi was sent to the city to earn money, but instead, he was exploited and left to survive on the streets.
Alone and vulnerable, he faced daily dangers until someone stepped in to offer him safety and a chance to return to the life he deserved.
With our support, he began to rebuild his future and reconnect with those who cared for him.
Saida
With her father gone, 11-year-old Saida* was often left alone to look after the home and her younger siblings while her mother worked long hours. There was never enough to eat and she was often scolded for not completing her chores.
Kaami
At just eight years old, Kaami spent his days begging and collecting rubbish to try and support his family's poor financial situation. Despite working two jobs, Kaami's father struggled to support his family.
Shufaa
Shufaa was abused by her stepmother and ran away to the streets, struggling to survive. Eventually she was spotted and reported to a welfare officer.
Darcy
Darcy was 14 when she ran away from home. As the arguments turned to fights and tensions over money escalated, she felt scared and as though she was part of the problem. She boarded a train and ended up lost and alone.
Bahati
This inspiring 21-year-old went from hopeless to hopeful thanks to the skills and support she received through our Youth Association programme.
Keshav
Eight-year-old Keshav enjoys school, where his favourite lesson is Hindi. “I love listening to the poems the teacher recites,” he says. But, until recently, Keshav was not attending school.
Denis
Denis was bullied by his stepmother so much he decided he was better off living on the streets, facing a brutal existence full of violence and trauma.
Jamie
We met Jamie when he was 15, and facing challenges at home and school. He was referred to us after being attacked and involved in drug dealing.
(Names and identities have been changed and models are used to protect children’s privacy)
