Often, Shelter Yetu social workers deal with incredibly heart-breaking and complex cases. But sometimes, the solution is simple.

Boniface* is the fifth-born of eight children. He lives with his mother and siblings, and was attending school until January of this year. In January, Boniface lost two of his school books on the way from home. He was told by his teacher that he couldn't return to school until he had paid for them in full. Because he knew his mother was struggling to make ends meet, he opted to go to the streets to try and make some money.

On the streets, he succumbed to peer pressure, and began using some drugs. Then he felt too ashamed to go home. In February, a Shelter street officer rescued Boniface and brought him to Shelter Yetu. After three months of healing at the Shelter, Boniface was ready to return home. Shelter Yetu was able to pay for his lost books, and now Boniface is back at school! Our social worker will continue checking on him at home and at school every month to make sure he's doing well.

*At Shelter Yetu, we respect children's right to privacy. So while their stories are true, client names and images may have been changed to protect their privacy. Thank you for understanding.

Coming soon: IMPACT TRIPS!

Have you ever wanted to visit Shelter Yetu in Kenya? See the work of the Shelter firsthand? After two years of COVID restrictions, we are excited to be hosting friends of the Shelter again in Naivasha soon.

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