For many young people living on the streets of Mombasa — especially boys — the road to stability and independence is long and filled with obstacles. At Glad’s House Kenya, our Transition Program is designed to walk alongside these youth, offering the support, structure, and opportunities they need to move from crisis to stability, and ultimately, to a life of dignity and self-reliance.

Our Transition Program is a bridge from street life to sustainable living. It begins once trust has been built through outreach and drop-in services and continues as each child chooses to take the next step forward.

What the Transition Program Offers:

1. Safe Transitional Housing
We provide a stable, nurturing environment where children — particularly young boys from the streets — can begin to heal from trauma, rebuild routines, and experience a sense of belonging. Our transitional homes are staffed by trained caregivers who offer guidance, mentorship, and consistent support.

2. Access to Education
We believe that education is a powerful tool for transformation. Whether it’s re-enrolling in formal school, pursuing vocational training, or offering alternative learning pathways, we tailor educational plans to meet each young person where they are. Our goal is to give them the knowledge and skills to shape a brighter future.

3. Foster Care and Family Reintegration
Where safe and appropriate, we work toward reuniting children with their families or placing them in loving foster homes. We offer extensive family assessments, counseling, and follow-ups to ensure long-term safety and emotional well-being. In cases where reintegration isn’t possible, we identify and support suitable foster care placements — ensuring that no child is left without a family to call their own.

4. Life Skills and Psychosocial Support
Transitioning from street life requires more than shelter — it requires healing, resilience, and empowerment. We provide life skills training, mental health support, and mentorship to help youth build confidence, set goals, and make informed decisions.

Why It Matters

Young boys living on the streets of Mombasa face daily dangers — from violence and exploitation to drug abuse and hopelessness. Without intervention, many are trapped in a cycle of poverty, crime, and neglect. The Transition Program exists to break that cycle.

We don’t just provide temporary relief — we create pathways to lasting change, helping children imagine and build a life they once thought impossible.

Because every child deserves more than just survival.
They deserve a future.