Strengthening Faith-Based Organisational Strategies to enhance the welfare of street children in Uganda

Abstract

Purpose: The study aimed to unpack the effectiveness of FBOS in enhancing the WSC in Uganda. Methodology: This study took a literature review of available an obtainable source namely books, peer-reviewed journals, annual reports, statistical abstracts to analyse the effectiveness of FBOS. Findings: Results suggest that the effectiveness of FBOS in WSC can straightforwardly be enhanced by putting greater attention on the preventive strategies, rehabilitation strategies, outreach strategies and collaborative strategies. These have proved to be very effective in several parts of the world, and especially, countries whose conditions appear to be similar to those of Uganda. Conclusion: The different analyses extracted is significant in bringing the ideas of operation of FBOS such as prevention means, rehabilitation, collaboration and outreach programmes which are all meant to enhance the welfare of street children. Recommendation: This study encourages the government of Uganda to identify feasible means that can boost the ability of households to access better household needs such as feeding, shelter, social protection to children, meaningful education, and essential healthcare. Unique contribution to policy and/or practice: This study is expected to facilitate policy makers, especially those working with urban councils, to evolve practical policies that can allow them deal with the modern challenge of street children.