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The lived psychoeducational experiences of orphaned children living with their extended family members in Soweto, South Africa

by SJ Veening

Institution: Universiteit Utrecht
Year: 2015
Keywords: Educational experiences; extended family members; orphaned children; psychological experiences; South Africa
Posted: 02/05/2017
Record ID: 2135582
Full text PDF: http://dspace.library.uu.nl:8080/handle/1874/320206


Abstract

The death of parents due to factors such as violence, traffic-accidents and diseases, has caused a growing population of orphans in Sub-Saharan Africa. Estimates showed that almost 19% of all children in South Africa are orphaned. Research showed that, compared to non- orphaned children, orphaned children are more disadvantaged. For that reason it is important to explore in what way systems in the community can contribute to ensure better outcomes for orphaned children. The aim of this research was to identify the lived psycho-educational experiences of orphaned children living with their extended family members in Soweto, South Africa. In this qualitative research, the sample consisted of six orphaned children, three boys and three girls, between the age of 12 and 14 years old. Data was collected through individual, semi-structured interviews, the compilation of collages by the orphaned children and a focus group discussion. In this research, the majority of the psychological experiences of the children were positive. The children perceived their extended family members as caring, both emotionally and practically, and understanding. In regard to their educational experiences, in the experience of the children, their extended family members encouraged them to work hard. However, the children perceived their teachers as making fun of them, doing things to hurt their feelings, and gossiping about them. Advisors/Committee Members: Hopman, M..

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