Strengthening Comprehensive Prevention & Response Services for Children at Risk & SGBV Survivors"

Selling chewing gum on the streets of Amman took its toll on 12-year-old “J,” and the physical abuse he suffered from street bullies conjured up flashbacks of a warring Syria he had left behind. Skipping school more often to make a living meant that education was no longer a priority. Dodging the bullying also meant that he had to run recklessly, eventually leading him to be hit by a car. Following several assessment sessions at the Queen Rania Family and Child Center, “J” and his mother underwent a series of intervention activities. The child was later referred to 911’s Family Protection Unit. Today, “J” is off the streets and back in school, and is constantly showing signs of improved psychological wellbeing.