Europe

August 22, 2023
Chris Lesner

While lack of steady, well-paying jobs is a major factor contributing to poverty across many European countries, political upheaval has also played a huge role. Some countries are still recovering from a past Communist regime, as well as war leaving many children displaced from their homes. From refugee children fleeing Ukraine, to street kids in Albania, to children growing up in the sewers of Romania, many children are left alone and without a family, trying to provide food for themselves.

August 21, 2023
Chris Lesner

Across Africa, there are millions of orphans, and not all of them are because their parents are no longer living. The population across the African continent continues to grow at a rapid pace. For families already struggling to provide enough to eat, this means more mouths to feed. Parents are often unable to care for their children and they end up in orphanages or living on the street. Without the education and skills to earn a decent income, there may not be enough money to provide sufficient food, leading to malnutrition and poor health.