What are steps parents can take to discourage gang activity?

To discourage gang activity, parents can take the following steps:

  • Be and informed and involved parent
  • Develop and maintain good communication with your child
  • Do not allow your child to wear gang-style clothing or colors
  • Do not allow your child to write gang names or slogans
  • Know your child’s friends
  • Learn about local gang activity
  • Prevent your child from associating with known or suspected gang members
  • Spend time with your child
  • Supervise your child’s free time
  • Teach your child respect for others

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1. What is a considered a gang?
2. How do gangs function?
3. What are factors contributing to gang affiliation?
4. What are signs of gang involvement?
5. What are steps parents can take to discourage gang activity?
6. Where can people find more information about gangs or gang-related crimes?