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Gang Prevention: An Overview of Research and Programs

Author(s)
Date Published
2010
Length
24 pages
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.

Date Published: December 1, 2010