Young people who runaway
Running away from home is a big deal, but some kids and teenagers have no choice. Life at home can sometimes be so bad that they would rather live on the street. But without money or food, many have to start begging and stealing to survive.
We find them safe places to live; we give them clothes; we talk to them about why they ran away and the bad things that happened, so that they can get their lives back on track. We also fight for their rights, so that the Government doesn’t forget to look after them.
Your stories
‘After I left home I met this guy and he got me into drugs but a lady from The Children's Society helped me get my life back.’ – Nikki, 16
‘I was sleeping at a bus shelter because I couldn’t handle being at home, so The Children's Society helped me talk to my parents, and now I’m back home and its loads better.’ – Anna, 14
