Children like Brayan- living in a world of violence and danger
Imagine living in such a violent community that you could never let your child go outside or meet the neighbours? Brayan lives in a community scarred by gang conflict and is at constant risk of being trapped in a world of violence and danger. Like so many parents in this community, Brayan's mother had no choice but to keep him home all the time in order to keep him safe.
But safety came at a cost. "My mom was very afraid that I would go out to the streets. I was always at home and I was very shy, I couldn't talk to other people, much less speak in public. I had no friends." This is not childhood.
But World Vision provides safe spaces and peace clubs for children to give them a place to play, to promote trust, and to feel safe. “Before I joined the peace club, I thought I was the only child here, because I didn't even know my neighbours. I didn't know about the first principles and values and my rights and obligations as a child. Today, thanks to World Vision, I know all that and have many friends.”
People like you make this possible. Your support can help children just like Brayan not only survive, but recover and build a future.