Week 4 Application prodject Soc, Crime

Running Head : Gang Violence

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Gangs are formed to provide protection to a fellow brother ' or a sister ' from the harmful elements of the society , which , primarily is community crimes . The whole gang gives a fellow gang member a sense of belongingness , recognition , power , identity and security . These are things that the gang members have never gotten from the inside of their homes . In effect , these gang members bring their frustrations on the street and make their existence strong within the community

. Joining a gang , for them , will prove their strength and courage . But , these are only promises of joining a gang . Most of those who join don 't see the downside of being a member before they join because these outlets of frustrations overpower the ability of these people to think critically especially of the consequences of their activities

Gang as a Fraternity /Sorority

The members of the gang consist of both male and female . A study even showed that female gang members are increasing in numbers . Can gang be compared to fraternity or sorority ? In essence of promoting brotherhood and sisterhood , gangs are the same as a fraternity and sorority . But , in terms of organization and purpose , they are definitely different Fraternities and sororities make their identities be known through various projects and activities . These fraternities and sororities are very well-recognized by an authority , a school administration , for example . They follow strict guidelines and has a structural framework The purpose of...