BOLIVIA
In the days leading up to 12 April - International Street Children’s Day (and Children’s Rights Day in Bolivia), Alalay ran a series of registration campaigns in Santa Cruz and La Paz. The events helped children and young people in street situations obtain the identity documents they need to access their rights and services. Working with SEGIP (Bolivia’s national ID service), the team helped issue 142 ID cards in Santa Cruz and 21 birth certificates and 90 ID cards in La Paz.
Pictured above: A member of the Alalay team passes the microphone to a participant at the registration event in La Paz.
ETHIOPIA
Local partner CHADET brought together children, caregivers and local authorities in Addis Ababa to celebrate children’s rights and wellbeing. Through games, drama, music and group discussions, children were given a safe space to express themselves, while caregivers had the opportunity to strengthen their understanding of protection and positive parenting.
Pictured below: Children enjoying music at the event in Addis Ababa.
GUATEMALA
Local partner CONACMI organised an event where children came together to mark both the National Day Against Violence Against Children (13 March) and the International Day of Street Children (12 April). The activity encouraged discussion around the significance of these days and the challenges faced by children in vulnerable situations. During the event, each child created a symbolic shield, writing in their own words how violence can be prevented and what actions are needed to protect children, helping them to express their hopes for a safer and more supportive future.
Pictured below: Children at the event organised by CONACMI holding the shields they created at the event.
India
In Delhi, CHETNA marked the day with a vibrant, child‑led celebration that put the voices and rights of street‑connected children front and centre. Bringing together more than 450 children from across the region, the event used music, dance and theatre to explore this year’s global theme, “Access to Justice: Protect, Not Punish.” Children shared their lived experiences, while cultural performances called for greater awareness of child rights. The day was attended by key institutions and civil society partners committed to advancing justice and protection for every child.
In Jaipur, children’s voices were heard through a special radio programme. As part of CHETNA’s Twinkling Stars project, four children in street situations took to the airwaves to share their stories and views through music, poetry, storytelling and child‑led reporting. Broadcast across Jaipur and surrounding areas, the programme helped raise public awareness about the realities and rights of children in street situations, while building confidence and communication skills among the children themselves.
Pictured below: (L) Children performinig on stage at the event in Delhi. (R) Children taking part in the radio programme in Jaipur.
KENYA
Pendekezo Letu (PKL) worked alongside children and key stakeholders in Nairobi to promote the theme “Protect, Not Punish.” In the lead‑up to the day, the organisation conducted paralegal sessions in communities and remand institutions, equipping children with knowledge on their rights, safety and access to justice.
The main celebration brought together children, civil society organisations and government representatives for a day of free medical services and creative activities. A panel discussion provided children with a platform to share their lived experiences directly with decision‑makers, reinforcing the importance of child‑centred justice systems and increased access to protection and support services for children in street situations.
Pictured below: Two young people share their questions with local duty bearers, speaking up about children's access to justice at the event.
NEPAL
Local partner SathSath organised a vibrant programme celebrating the voices and talents of street‑connected children. Peer educators and child club members led performances filled with dancing and singing alongside reflections on this year’s theme which sparked honest discussions about the realities many children face.
SathSath also met with the newly appointed Minister for Women, Children and Senior Citizens, submitting an attention letter on key issues such as birth registration, identity rights and inclusive participation.
The celebrations concluded with an art competition where children expressed what safety and protection mean to them, ending with a public exhibition and prizes to recognise the participants creativity and effort.
Pictured below: (R) Project participants hold a banner for International Day for Street Children. (L) Children taking part in the art competition.
