Exploring the Psychosocial Challenges of Street Child Beggars: The case of Abajale Sub City, Gondar city

Abstract

Street child beggars are vulnerable groups who faced psychosocial challenges and considerable concern to the community. The objective of this study was to explore psychosocial challenges of street child beggars. The study utilized qualitative approach with case study design. Twelve participants (9 street child beggars and 3 key informants) participated in the study. Data was gathered with Interview and Observation. The data transcribed, coded, categorized and analyzed thematically. The finding of the study showed that street child beggars Dynamics and interrelationships are contention; they are also quarrelling and detached. Street child beggars are segregated and have low sense of belongingness. Finally, the finding also showed that these children are abused, disgraced and have a feeling of guilt. All these psychosocial challenges made street child beggars stressed and depressed. The study brought implication for both social work profession and practitioner by gaining knowledge and provides an intervention area as case manager, and counselor.