Kelvin, Age 12 - Girls and Boys Town South Africa

Kelvin, Age 12


“When I first arrived at Girls and Boys Town South Africa, I was scared. My first hug when I arrived made me feel safe again.”

When Kelvin walked through the gates of GBTSA, he carried more fear than hope. Everything was new — new faces, new routines, and a new home. But one small moment changed everything: a warm hug from his caregiver. It told him, without words, “you are safe here.” For Kelvin, that first embrace wasn’t just comfort. It was the start of trust, healing, and belonging.

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