Navigating Crises

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every aspect of our lives, from our health and well-being to our education and employment opportunities. The crisis has hit the most vulnerable members of society the hardest, including street children who struggle to survive despite the challenges they face such as lack of access to basic needs like food, shelter, and healthcare. In this book, we explore the experiences of street children during the pandemic and document their resilience, creativity, and survival strategies. By shedding light on their circumstances and comparing their lives before and during the pandemic, we hope to help social workers better understand their struggles and find ways to support them. Education has also been severely impacted by the pandemic, with students facing financial challenges and struggling with distance learning. We discuss the importance of financial education and the Department of Education's response to the crisis, as well as a study on the effectiveness of distance learning for senior high school students. By examining the experiences of students during the pandemic, we aim to provide insights into the challenges they face and how they can overcome them.