COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTSuccessful gang prevention strategies rely on the support and collaboration of community partners to better serve youth and families. Each entity offers knowledge, input, time, and resources in an effort to strengthen connections with youth and community assets.
Explore the links we have provided on gangs and gang issues and how communities can mobilize to combat them. 2011 National Gang Survey www.nationalgangcenter.gov www.bja.gov www.ojjdp.gov www.youth.gov The following list is an example of community partners that are critical in providing valuable services and opportunities to youth and their families. Division of Child and Family Services Division of Juvenile Justice Services Juvenile Court Local Police Department Local School District Community Action Partnerships/Head Start Programs Family Counseling Services Local Businesses County Health Department Boys & Girls Club YCC United Way Local Religious Groups Universities, Colleges and Trade Schools |