Gang

Urban crime along with young gangs have long been an issue of concern to the public. Gangs are often associated with guns, violence, crime and drug abuse. Many factors are attributed to this continuous social problem and there are some strategies for ending gang violence such as suppression and prevention. Moreover, knowledge as a vital element of one’s success, is often required through education. Concerns about the importance of education are not new. Education not only increases one’s…

Because of growing up in Long Beach California, I have witnessed the gang initiation process and I’ am very familiar with gang like characteristics. Although I did not refer to a research study project, im willing to give you the knowledgeable content of gang characteristics I have personally seen while growing up as a juvenile. The typical signs and characteristics of an up and coming juvenile gang member can differentiate. Most gang members are recognized by certain types of clothing they wear…

Gangs have consistently remained a concern to the general public. They have consistently poised a threat to themselves, other gangs and the public at large. However, it is not until gangs take the lives of innocent civilians or high profile individuals when they become relevant in the media. Recently in Toronto, near campus, a prominent lawyer, Randall Barrs, was shot in daytime while working on a major marijuana case. The news reported that the suspect was involved in a gang whose members were…

Gangs in America is a growing and epidemic social problem in the United States (Alleyne & Wood, 2014). Interest in gang activity is not new as research dates back to the early 1900’s (Decker & Van Winkle, 2012). Gang culture and perspective has changed throughout the years as well as the age of its members. Alleyne & Wood (2014) suggest that gang membership in the United States is starting as early as twelve years old. Psychosocial development occurs during the adolescent years and this is the…

Gang violence is a major Problem in the United States innocent people get killed every single day for no reason, that is why it is important to examine Gang violence, ways to control it, and ways to end it. Gang violence is one of the most talked subjects in this time era, and it is a very dangerous thing that need to be a controlled. In 1992, the United States announced the Safe Streets Violent Crime Initiative, it doesn’t really seem like that’s a thing anymore does it. It’s designed to show…

When presented with the topic of gangs society is taught that the men involved are the cause of violence and crime associated with this term. Many are unaware of the number of female participants in gangs not only in the United States, but across the world. “Gangs are studied because they are of social concern. That concern stems from typically “masculine” acts of vandalism, violence, and other serious threats. It was often assumed that females did not take part in such behavior, so early…

be covering the topic of female gangs and their roles in society. An intriguing fact is because they’re females, many of these gangs are often overlooked (Hallcom, 1997). However throughout the years there has been an increase in the violence and death due to an increase in female gang activity. Sister gangs known as Hood Barbies, Billion Dolla Beauties, and Gun Clappin Divas have taken over Brooklyn, Manhattan and The Bronx (Hamilton, 2011). Aside with female gang activities, this paper will be…

According to Alder, Laufer, and Mueller (2013), in 2008, there were 20,000 active gangs across the nation. However, while gangs come in many forms, the local street gangs account for the largest number of gangs nationwide who commit a variety of crimes and violence (p. 138). Gangs are considered subcultures within the dominant culture who have their own shared beliefs and values passed down to other group members. Oftentimes, gangs are involved in the distribution of drugs and expand their…

The Effect of Reformed Gang Members on Society It’s a known fact most gang members have a negative impacted on the world around them in today’s society. However, did you know 15 percent do reform and try to help others not be in gang members? Many reformed gang members work as volunteers to counsel young people, and go to hospitals after violated shootings to counsel people on trying to stop the violence. Even with the right to change most people judge them once they find out their back ground…

Gangs in Spokane – How bad is it and what can we do about it? In the summer of 1994, I found myself entangled in a lifestyle nobody had seen coming, not even me. I had gone from honor roll student to thug gangster in just a matter of a few months. Life had changed dramatically, from not ever having been in any real trouble, to having multiple run-ins with the law, and an entire police force in the city of Spokane with my picture and vehicle info on their clipboards. I was running with a local…