Our stories over time (2013-2024)

Maison de la Gare has published hundreds of reports about its work over the years. We invite you to click on one of the links below to access all these rich sources of information.

"You Make Miracles Happen", a snapshot of the impact of Maison de la Gare’s work.

"Slavery, a Modern Scourge", one of several windows on the hundreds of cases of talibé children living a contemporary form of slavery.

"My Unforgettable Experience at Maison de la Gare". This is one of dozens of moving testimonials by our volunteers.

"Christmas Magic for the Talibé Children", one of many reports on special events that mark the lives of the children.

"Stories of Hope from the Mbaye Aw Schools", one of many reports on the dramatic success of five schools supported by Maison de la Gare in a remote region. These community schools retain boys in their home villages who would otherwise be begging as talibés in the large cities. They also protect girls from forced early marriages.

"Samba Sy, A Victim of Torture", an example of the many reports about individual children whose lives have been changed by our work..

"A Bright Future Within Reach", one of several reports on successful graduates of our apprenticeship programs.

"Microfinance Opens Doors to the Future", an early report on this transformative program.

"From the Streets to the Dojo", a window on our transformative karate program for the talibé children. Many other reports describe the dramatic impact of karate for these street children.

"Desperate Migrant? Or University Graduate?" This is an example of reports celebrating talibés who have overcome all obstacles, with our help.

"A Most Extraordinary Journey", a dramatic success story, one of many.

"This Must End!", a report on our advocacy activities to end child begging.

« I Came as a Stranger… I left as a man", the report of one of our first volunteers who testifies to this life-changing experience.