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July 11, 2026Global Public HealthOpen Access

Socio-ecological factors associated with becoming street-connected among working and homeless children and youth in Namibia

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NNNdilimeke J.C. NashandiDMDennis N. MakauMCMinhae Cho

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Overview

Cross-sectional survey explores socioecological influences on street-connectedness in Namibian youth, suggesting family poverty as a major driver.

Key Points

  • This research aims to identify socioecological factors contributing to street-connectedness among children and youth in Namibia.
  • Cross-sectional survey conducted with 217 street-connected participants aged 6 to 21 in urban Namibia.
  • Bivariate analyses and multivariable logistic regression were utilized to evaluate socioecological influences.
  • Sampling was purposive, focusing on individuals currently experiencing street life.
  • Participants showed higher odds of becoming homeless associated with neglect, maltreatment, and parental alcohol abuse.
  • Living with siblings or extended family before becoming street-connected increased risk of street life.
  • Family poverty was identified as a key driver for young individuals entering the street economy.

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Nashandi et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a51deadc18d7f28ca500608https://doi.org/10.1080/17441692.2026.2700820
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