About the National Gang Center
The National Gang Center Web site features the latest research about gangs; descriptions of
evidence-based, anti-gang programs; and links to tools, databases, and other
resources to assist in developing and implementing effective community-based gang prevention,
intervention, and suppression strategies. Here you will find an
analysis of the findings from nearly 16 years of data collected by the annual
National Youth Gang Survey of 2,500 U.S. law enforcement agencies.
Visitors can read and download publications related to street gangs. An online
form allows communities to request training and technical assistance as they plan
and implement anti-gang strategies. Users can register for a variety of anti-gang training courses.
The Web site also hosts a database of gang-related state
legislation and municipal codes; a list of newspaper articles on nationwide gang activity, updated daily;
and GANGINFO, an electronic mailing list
for professionals working with gangs. For a list of all resources on this
Web site, see Index to Site Content.
What’s New
National Gang Center Quarterly Newsletter
Volume 1
Fall 2012
This issue features topics on the Cure Violence (formerly known as CeaseFire) program; Operation Hardcore, a specialized prosecution unit devoted to violent gang crimes; Street Outreach and the OJJDP Comprehensive Gang Model; the Massachusetts Shannon Community Safety Initiative; and a report titled Gang Homicides From Five U.S. Cities.
- National Youth Gang Survey Analysis (updated July 2012)
- Street Outreach and the OJJDP Comprehensive Gang Model (PDF)
- Highlights of the 2010 National Youth Gang Survey (PDF)
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