Individuals with experiences of alternative care (AC; ie, out-of-home care and institutional
care) are at high risk for various mental health and relational problems stemming from …

Drawing on a review of recent international literature, this article argues for the first time that
an understanding of, and engagement with, the theory and practice of friendship is essential …

Abstract Sub-Saharan Africa is experiencing a growth in the number of children who need
formal alternative care. One of the principal factors contributing to this is orphanhood. While …

There is limited evidence on family reintegration for children who have been in residential
care within the African context. The goal of this study is to find out what factors impact …

This article maps and critically discusses the intersection of childhood, human rights and
tourism in scholarly research. Findings reveal this area of scholarship has received little …

Globally, labor migration of parents has resulted in a growing number of children and
adolescents being left behind in the areas from where migrants depart. In many countries a …

The residential care of children and young people is a major welfare practice in the
Philippines. However, understandings of children and young people's life histories and …

This study explored the lived experiences of teenagers in a children's home who
participated in a choir that was facilitated from a community music therapy perspective in …

Abstract 10% of children worldwide live in households without a biological parent, and 5.4
million children live in residential care institutions. This study describes a participatory, child …

Families can be a source of connection, support and a sense of belonging for many people.
However, this is not the case for all people, and youth without families in particular may find …