Youth Gangs:
Going Beyond the Myths to Address a Critical Problem


This event is designed to help you understand the nature of youth gangs and how to prevent and address gang-related problems in your schools and communities.


Table of Contents

1.  Introduction
2.  Getting Started
3.  Day 1
 
An Overview of Different Gang Types
Common Signs of Gang Membership
4.  Day 2
 
Comprehensive Gang Model
Comprehensive Anti-Gang Effort in Chicago Yields Some Success, Lessons
Gottfredson Study
G.R.E.A.T. Program Shows Promise, but Evaluation Results Are Mixed
Boys and Girls Clubs Reach Youth at Risk of Joining Gangs, Evaluation Finds
Working with Gang-Impacted Families
5.  Day 3
 
Community Assessment Questions
Law Enforcement Gang Data
6.  Day 4
 
Setting Goals and Objectives for Gang Responses
Ideas for Programs for Elementary, Middle, and High School Students
How Youth Can Get Out of Gangs
7.  Day 5
8.  Resources & Links
 
Navigating This Site
Participating in On-Line Events
Using the Discussion Area
9.  Event Support

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Last Modified: 11/05/2009