VOLUNTEER EXCHANGE PROGRAM. Streetwise Transformers
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It is a non-partisan, non-religious, humanitarian community organization registered under the Ministry of Labour, Social Security and Services and has been working in Nairobi, Kenya to restore the dignity of the individuals and families living in the streets, street-connected situations and in slums with a focus on children and youth development. Streetwise Transformers is working directly with and for vulnerable and excluded people. Streetwise Transformers commit to work with children, youths and women to claim and realize their rights and potentials through working within six thematic areas; Education and skills development, Health programing, Sports and talent development, Outreaches, Empowerment/Mentorship, Advocacy and Lobbying to influence policies touching on children and youth. On-going Projects a). Arts Therapy Program activity among the children and youth living and working in street and street-connected situations to improve on their artistic talents. Arts include but not limited to painting, drawing, design, story-telling and crafts. b). Mental Health using safe open spaces for the marginalized vulnerable children and youth living and working in the streets and street-connected environments to engage in creative and fun psychological activities to play, socialize, learn, interact and express themselves as they embody to rebuild their lives and childhood. Mental health encompasses trauma, stigma, anxiety, stress, depression or various neurological disorders. All these is meant to enhance the children’s emotional well-being at all ages through artistic self-expression helping people to resolve conflicts and problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behavior, reduce stress, increase self-esteem and self-awareness as well as achieve high insight. The organization also strives to reintegrate children back to their families and where possible support them in schools or vocational training.
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Streetwise Transformers commit to work with children, youths and women to claim and realize their rights and potentials through working within six thematic areas
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