Visiting Shelter Etiquette
It's ok to take pictures of the shelter and the children? True or False? Give reason.
False. Respect the privacy of the shelter and the children. Many of them are underage.
How many street children do you think are in Egypt?
Almost 20,000
I see a child that looks like he's kidnapped or shouldn't be with a specific adult
1. Reach out for the nearest security officer
2. Call the Child Helpline 16000
List two ways that you should behave when visiting a homeless shelter.
1. Respect the privacy of the place and the children
2. What is said to you inside the shelter stays within the walls of the shelter unless you suspect abuse or neglect
3. Do not promise children anything (even if you can fulfill it)
How do you define a homeless child?
A homeless child is any child with no parental support. A homeless child might have at least one of his parents alive, or he might be an orphan
I see a child sleeping on the streets
There is a hotline 16439, for anyone who sees children on the streets or spots any problems in the institutions
What are things you should not do with homeless children?
1. Do not promise them that you will see them at some point later (in case you are not able to fulfill that promise)
2. Try not to be very physical with the children (touching, kissing...etc.)
What do you think a homeless child needs?
Not only a homeless child needs basic life necessities such as shelter, food, and education, but also he needs emotional support and understanding from the whole community.
You witness child abuse in public?
1. Intrefere if possible
2. Call child helpline 16000