They have been branded “street urchins” of society and “derelicts” whose future is as murky as the waters of Pasig River.

Our hearts bleed as we write the caption of their story; young kids abandoned by parents and society, bereft with love and care.

Refuge for them are unlikely places to sleep on, and perhaps, forget awhile the harsh reality of life.

Another family finds comfort on top of a footbridge fronting UST Hospital.

Will the DSWD or City Government of Manila under Mayor Isko Moreno do something for them? Please? (BENJAMIN CUARESMA/IAMIGO.CNS)