About Us
Providing a better future for street-connected children
Here at RHVC we started small, offering what little food and clothing we could spare. But we quickly realised that ad hoc handouts wouldn’t break the cycle. Giving them clothes didn’t take away the drugs. Giving them a one-off meal didn’t give them a future. So, we took a leap of faith. We welcomed five children into our own homes. It was a struggle. We stretched our budgets, and our small living spaces became even more crowded. But in that struggle, we found our purpose.
What we do
One of our first children was a 12-year-old girl named Nyibon. When we met her, she was lost to the streets. Today, thanks to the comprehensive support of our growing family – food, shelter, medical care, and the chance to go to school – Nyibon has a dream; she wants to become a teacher.
Nyibon’s story is at the heart of our mission. It is why we are called Restore Hope for vulnerable Children. For us, ‘hope’ is not just a word. It is the belief that where you come from does not have to dictate where you are going. It’s the promise of a future for children who were born on the streets - children who have never been integrated into the community. It’s the chance to dream again.
From those first five children, our family has grown. We are still refugees, building this organisation from the ground up with the unique understanding that only lived experience can provide. We are not just caregivers; we are mentors, brothers and sisters to these children because we see ourselves in them.
Now, we are taking more steps forwards: We have built our first Learning Centre – this safe haven offers more than just a roof – it is a space where healing and learning begin.
Here, children receive a foundational education in language and mathematics, helping bridge the gap to formal schooling. We also conduct regular psychosocial counselling sessions, creating opportunities for them to express their trauma, build emotional resilience and begin to envision a different life. Just as importantly, we encourage the children to engage in sports and games, enabling them to experience the joy of play, to build friendships and to develop their overall wellbeing.
Though our resources remain limited, we are unwavering in our efforts to keep them out of harm’s way, nurturing a space where each child can begin to reclaim their childhood with dignity and hope.
