There are millions of children surviving on the streets worldwide. Life on the streets for these children is filled with danger. Instead of receiving support, they are often blamed for their situation and stigmatised. As a result, they face violence and abuse. Although they are vulnerable, they are also resourceful and resilient but are denied the opportunities they need to realise their potential. Our goal is to change this.

Ahead of the FIFA World Cup we will host our own Street Child World Cup in Qatar. The ten day event will bring street-connected young people from 24 teams around the world together to take part in a football tournament, a festival of arts and advocate for their rights and protection through a child-focused Congress and General Assembly. We will give the most vulnerable children across the globe the chance to represent their countries and tell the world 'I am somebody'.

The event will give the young people we serve the opportunity to campaign on the issues important to them. The young people consistently highlight three challenges street-connected children face: not having a legal identity, access to education and protection from violence.