About
Who we are
Street Child United is a youth-led global movement working to change how the world sees, treats, and protects street-connected young people. We want to ensure every child has the right to identity, the right to education, protection from violence, and gender equality.
Our Focus
Rights, systems, and young people leading change.
Demanding Access to Rights
Young people demand access to identity, education, protection from violence, and gender equality.
Changing Systems
We challenge stigma, shift public attitudes, and push for reforms that protect street-connected young people.
Young People Leading Change
We create platforms for young people to speak directly to those in power and influence the decisions that shape their lives.
Youth Centred & Rights-Driven
We stand with street-connected young people to claim the rights every child deserves.
What We Do
Moments when the world is watching.
We use the power and momentum of the biggest global sporting events to create moments when the world is watching. Through events such as the Street Child World Cup, we unite street-connected young people together from across the globe and connect them directly with governments, institutions and decision-makers.
These events are more than tournaments. They provide safe spaces for young people to share their experiences, take part in discussions with leaders, and help shape commitments that lead to reform. We ensure the right people hear what young people have to say, and that attention leads to accountability.
I know from personal experience just what power sport can have to inspire and change young people’s lives whatever their background or nationality. This is what the Street Child World Cup is all about and I give it my full support.
Our Events
Every Street Child World Cup so far.
From Durban 2010 to Mexico City 2026 and beyond – a chronological journey through the tournaments that have brought young people to the world’s stage. Click any circle with a video to play it.
Our Partners
Meet the Team
The people behind the movement.
United Kingdom
Raluca Bogdan
Head of Programmes & Finance
The Trustees
Governance, accountability, strategy.
Our Board of Trustees provides strategic oversight and ensures Street Child United operates transparently and in line with UK charity law.
