Research into Children Who Sleep Rough

A research project into runaway and homeless children who sleep rough will focus on vulnerable children who are victims of sexual exploitation or abuse, and who may also be perpetrators of crime to survive on the streets in cities across Europe.  The researchers will interview children from the streets to find out about their experiences and needs, and work with organisations, such as social workers, health and education staff, police and victim support, to share their findings.   The research team at Wolverhampton University will work with partners in the UK, Czech Republic, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia and Spain to assess the similarities and differences between the children in the countries.  Read more on 24dash.