Abstract

MALATJI, Hlologelo  and  DUBE, Nkosiyazi. Experiences and challenges related to residential care and the expression of cultural identity of adolescent boys at a Child and Youth Care Centre (CYCC) in Johannesburg. Social work (Stellenbosch. Online) [online]. 2017, vol.53, n.1, pp.109-126. ISSN 2312-7198.  http://dx.doi.org/10.15270/52-2-549.

Child and Youth Care Centres (CYCCs) play a significant role in accommodating children who are victims of abuse, neglect and abandonment in South Africa. However, professionals in these settings face a dilemma, as they often cannot accommodate every child's cultural needs. This study explored the cultural challenges experienced by adolescent boys living at a CYCC in Ekurhuleni. Findings indicate that CYCCs are doing an excellent job at ensuring a nurturing environment for the children. However, it also emerged that there are challenges related to preserving the culture of children as a result of constraints of resources and limited staff diversity.

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