Numerous studies have been written about street children. Many have addressed the problems of children in the street, both in the West and in the South. As a result, there are many pages full of descriptions of the living and working conditions of these children, their psychological and physical situations, their backgrounds, and the strategies they use to survive. Patricia Nieuwenhuizen is a trained nurse and an anthropologist. She lives and works in Utrecht (the Netherlands) with Forum, Centre for multicultural development.
Dr. Maria A , MA, M.Phil, Ph.D I am thrilling to introduce myself as an emerging author, eager to share my first research book with the world. With a deep passion for understanding human behavior and societal dynamics, I am excited to contribute to the field of sociology through this groundbreaking now. My journey into the realm of sociology begun during my undergraduate years at St. Joseph's College, Bangalore, where I was captivated by the power of social analysis and the profound impact it has on our lives. Motivated by a desire to explore the intricacies of society. I pursued a Bachelor's degree in Sociology (EPS combination), immersing myself in course that explored various Sociological theories and methodologies. Inspired by my undergraduate studies, I went on to pursue a Master's degree in Sociology at Bangalore University. During this transformative phase of my academic journey, I delved deeper into specialized areas within the field, honing in lively discussions with fellow scholars, I began to develop my own unique perspective and research interests. Later I joined Madurai Kamaraj University to pursue my M.Phil. on Role of Media on Social Development of Dalits. Eager to push the boundaries of sociological knowledge, I embarked on a rigorous Ph.D. program at Jain University (Deemed-to-be University), Bengaluru. I dedicated several years to conducting original research, analyzing data, exploring complex sociological concepts. My doctoral thesis focused on a compelling research questions within the field, shedding new light on the dynamics of social identity formation in multicultural societies. Writing this research book is not only a culmination of years of academic study but also a testament to my unwavering commitment to advancing sociological knowledge. I am deeply grateful for the support and guidance of mentors and colleagues who have enrich my intellectual journey. With great enthusiasm, I look forward to sharing my research and contributing to the vibrant and ever - evolving field of sociology.
"This book is meant for those concerned about protecting and improving the lives of the street children and it includes information for research and educational purposes. While street children receive national and international notice, it has been focused largely on social, economic and health problems of the children - poverty, lack of education, AIDS, prostitution and substance abuse. This often neglected side of street children's lives has been the focus of this book and it is in this context that the subject of street child labour and its impact on children's development is investigated."
The present work in three volumes provides a comprehensive analysis of the problems of street children. These volumes discuss their problems and solutions. Street children have become a social menace and given birth to many crimes. It is a useful reform tool and will help sociologists, researchers, policy makers, child welfare agencies and all who are working for the empowerment of street children. Vol. 1 : Selection and Enumeration of Street Children, Vol. 2 : Delinquent Street Children, Vol. 3 : Street Children and Future Direction.
Street children can be considered as one of the by-products of the urbanisation process in developing countries. These children are to struggle very hard for their survival on the streets in very highly competitive environments, otherwise they fall prey to the public or even to their own parents also. Their childhood is seized, they are abused and their labour is greatly exploited for the benefit of others. In this book an attempt has been made to present a holistic profile of the street children of a growing urban city of Eastern India. Especially the prime thrust of the book concentrates on the aspects, like motive behind coming over to urban bases, educational and occupational profile of their parents and their family size, category and shelter of the street children, educational and occupational pattern of the street children, expenditure and savings, occupational hazards, use of earnings of these children by their parents, nourishment and addictive behaviour, health and hygiene, educational choice and future perspectives, attitudes of the public toward the street children etc. Apart from all these, the book also speaks about the pre and post-independence legislations on these children, UN s convention on rights of the child and National Plan of Action, State Plan of Action, welfare agencies working for the betterment of these children etc. Contents: Introduction, Profile of Bhubaneswar City, Family Milieu, Socio-Economic Profile of the Street Children, Struggle for Survival The Problems of Street Children, Legislation, Welfare Programmes and the Street Children, A Recipe for Development of Street Children, Summary and Conclusion.
This book deals with street children who live in the developing world, and homeless youth who are from the developed world. They are referred to as children in street situations (CSS) to show that the problem is both in the children and in the situation they face. The book examines several aspects of the children and their street situations, including the families of origin and the homes they leave, the children’s social life, and mental health. Other aspects are the problems of published demographics, the construction of public opinion about these children and the, often violent, reactions from authorities. The book then discusses current research on children in street situations, as well as programs and policies. The book ends with recommendations about programs, policies and research.
