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Mkombozi raises awareness in Moshi and Arusha about root causes of child migration to the streets. During 2008 and 2009, this was partly achieved via educational drama performances in urban market locations where a number of children live, work and interact with many community members on a daily basis. In 2009, Mkombozi used the opportunities provided by drama performances to conduct a survey of community perceptions of children who live and work in the streets. Specifically, Mkombozi's "Perception Survey" was conducted to learn community member's beliefs about why children go to the streets, and what these children are like. The goal was to use the insights gained from the survey findings as a baseline that can inform Mkombozi’s ongoing awareness raising and programmes. Mkombozi has compiled the findings of the survey into a comprehensive report which reveals the ideas and assumptions that exist within the community around this issue. The report also offers analysis of findings and discussion about how different perceptions might lead to different kinds of social action for children. Further information