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gangs in schools  

Definition

  • Gangs are defined as a group of adolescents and/or young adults who have sworn allegiance to each other, have selected a name or a label to represent their allegiance, and seek to enhance their status by engaging in criminal and violent activities. Myths about gangs concern where gangs are located and who is involved in gang activity. [Source: Encyclopedia of Human Services and Diversity; Gangs in Schools]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-V3R122P7-0

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