Gang Prevention: An Overview of Research and Programs

• Author(s): James C. Howell
• Date Published: 2010
• Length: 24 pages
• Publication Series: Gang Prevention, Prevention and Intervention
• Publication Type: Publication

Description

This 2010 OJJDP bulletin presents research on why youth join gangs and how a community can build gang prevention and intervention services. The author summarizes recent literature on gang formation and identifies promising and effective programs for gang prevention.