The Lost Generation - Inside Russia’s Street Children Crisis

Discover the heartbreaking reality of Russia's homeless children - a crisis affecting over one million young lives in the aftermath of the Soviet Union's collapse. This video takes you inside the world of Russia's street children, focusing on St. Petersburg, where thousands of kids like Max and Yuri survive in abandoned buildings, beg at metro stations, and face dangers from crime, abuse, and addiction. Through personal stories and interviews, we reveal how family breakdown, poverty, alcoholism, and a lack of social support have led to this growing tragedy. You'll learn about the daily struggles these children endure, from hunger and violence to the threat of exploitation, as well as the efforts of social workers and NGOs fighting to help them. We explore the failures of state-run shelters, the rise of risky behaviors like glue sniffing, and the daunting obstacles faced by those trying to escape street life. The video also highlights rare success stories, like Svetlana's, and examines the urgent need for compassionate intervention and long-term solutions. If you want to understand the impact of Russia's economic transition on its most vulnerable citizens, and what can be done to help, this in-depth look is essential viewing. #SocialIssues #Russia #HomelessChildren #ChildPoverty #StreetChildren #Documentary #StPetersburg #PostSovietRussia