Gangs

gANGS

• Gangs are the leading cause of Death in America today
• Being a Gang member can not only get you in trouble but others
• Over 95% of Gang members are High School dropouts
• The majority of members are juveniles
• Where there are Gangs the crime rate rises

Causes

• Family Problems
• Financial Issues
• Bullying
• Peer Pressure
• Lack of Parental Supervision

Effects

• Death
• Incarceration 
• Withdrawal from Family/Friends
• Risk of Personal Injury
• Police Records

Possible Solutions

• Find an Enjoyable hobby
• Join a Sport or Club
• Do Extra Curricular Activities  
• Stay in School

Individuals Involved

• Teens
• Councelors
• Ex-Gang Members
• Mentors

Advantages of Not Being In a Gang

• Eliminates the Possibility of Killed  
• Eliminates the Possibility Gang Wars
• Don't have to worry about getting injured
• Your criminal record stays clean
• Don't have to worry about family/friends getting hurt