Advice about Gangs
FAO: DSLs
Most young people and education establishments will not be affected by serious violence or gangs. However, there are a small number of young people who are at risk of or do become involved. Where these problems do occur, there will almost certainly be a significant impact.
There are many reasons why a teen may join a gang. They may feel that protection is important as there could be a number of them together. It may be peer pressure or to gain status and respect. They may join for financial reasons or perhaps to escape negative situations such as issues at home or bullying.
Preventing violence in schools and colleges can require a mix of universal, targeted or specialist interventions. Leaders and senior teams in schools and colleges should also recognise that ‘early intervention’ includes anti-bullying and a curriculum that ensures that young people develop the social and emotional skills they need to meet their full potential.
Further links and advise are below.
https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse-safety/crime-law/gangs/
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/what-is-child-abuse/types-of-abuse/gangs-criminal-exploitation/
https://livesafe.org.uk/parents-and-carers/criminal-exploitation-and-gangs/
Dani Lang – Senior School Improvement Advisor for
Safeguarding & Inclusion