Gangs

Explores the definition(s) of gangs, describes characteristics of several Aboriginal gangs in Canada, and outlines the risk factors of gang involvement for Aboriginal youth and young adults.

Contends that the societal mistreatment of Aboriginal peoples has caused a rise in gang activity.

Brief document discusses the nature of the problem and makes four recommendations dealing with research and strategic interventions.

Provides an overview of the current situation, describing five pathways to involvement, critiques present preventative/intervention methods and discusses alternate approaches.

Analyzes the relationship between child welfare and the rates of youth gang participation.

Outlines programs and strategies to prevent Aboriginal youth gangs, and discusses positive opportunities for youth to interact with community role models and participate in community programs.

Examines why gang activity exists and how to combat their growth and existence.

Interdisciplinary Program in American Indian Studies Thesis (Ph.D.)--The University of Arizona, 2008.

Looks at mortal combat over street corners, schools, and community centres as gangs vie for dominance in the illegal drug trade.

Documentary about poverty in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and the accompanying problems of homelessness, gang violence and sexual exploitation. Duration: 35:15.

Developed to accompany Richard Van Camp's graphic novel about gangs and physical fitness.

Reports results of youth and stakeholder consultations and reviews of exit programs and strategies.

Explains that incarcerated Aboriginal youth are at risk for gang activity and affiliations.

Uses five case studies from the gang intervention and diversion program developed for at-risk youth in Edmonton.

Using research on Saskatoon Indigenous street gangs to examine the relationship between researchers and study participants and how these relationships can be used by researchers to understand their own privilege.

Educational Psychology and Special Education Thesis (M.Ed.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2015.

Discussion of the impact of crime on children and youth including: drugs, alcohol, tobacco, sexual exploitation, gangs, gambling and the internet.

Introduction to issue featuring articles on self-identification in Canadian census, gang violence, gambling research, and the University of Regina and Vancouver's Urban Aboriginal Housing and Wellness Strategy.

[Sociology?] Thesis (M.A.)--University of Minnesota, 2011.

Looks at contemporary American Indian youth issues regarding substance abuse, depression, gangs, role of the family and tribal relationships with the justice system. Closes with policy and program recommendations.

Looks at the stressors such as poverty, child welfare, youth gangs, policing and domestic violence and suggests that a realistic plan must be developed to foster healthy communities.

Police Studies Thesis (M.A.)--University of Regina, 2012.

Examines the origins and root causes of Aboriginal youth gangs in major Western Canadian cities.

Criminology Thesis (M.A.)--Simon Fraser University, 2000.

Discusses the gendered nature of gangs and risk factors that contribute to Aboriginal gang involvement, and examines quality prevention approaches needed to help young women, in particular, to leave the gang lifestyle.

Video explores the issue of involvement in street gangs from the perspective of former members. Duration: 22:00.

Counselling Psychology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of British Columbia, 2009.

Book review of: "Indians Wear Red" by Elizabeth Comack, Lawrence Deane, Larry Morrissette, Jim Silver.

Couple and Family Therapy Thesis (M.Sc.)--The University of Guelph, 2014.

Study on prenatal alcohol abuse in the lives of young Aboriginal women and the connections between that abuse and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, sexual abuse, extreme violence, and gangs.

Discusses two letters, regarding gangs and relationships, readers have submitted for advice. Article located by scrolling to page 10.

Argues that researchers and the media have focused on a tenuous biomedical link while ignoring social issues such poverty and housing. Also argues that this has created a culture of fear which targets Aboriginals.

Discusses growth and characteristics of gangs on or near reservations in the United States.

Review of a film that presents two feuding Winnipeg gangs--one Aboriginal and one Filipino.

Educational Foundations Thesis (M.Ed.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2009.

Investigates young gangs in a society where injury mortality (deaths due to accident, suicide and homicide) is the single most important health problem.

New story about Manitoba Grand Chief Phil Fontaine being under fire for hiring Brian Contois, leader of the Manitoba Warriors, to keep Aboriginal youth out of street gangs. Includes synopsis. Duration: 2:13.

Brief profile of Father Andre Poilievre, who runs the Str8 Up support group for criminals who are working towards a better life. Article found by scrolling to page 14.

Examines the gendered nature of gangs, risk factors that contribute to Aboriginal gang involvement; and prevention approaches needed to help young women to leave the gang lifestyle. Excerpt from Exploring the Urban Landscape edited by Jerry P. White and Jodi Bruhn. Originally presented at the Aboriginal Policy Research Conference, 2009.

An analysis of a process evaluation into how the STR8UP programs attempts to assist with gang involvement in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Reports on Phase I and II of the project. Five overarching themes emerged: infrastructure and leadership; addressing trauma, colonization, and settler colonialism; knowledge translation and mobilization; addressing systemic oppression and structural issues of poverty and homelessness; and institutional supports. Consultations took place in communities throughout Saskatchewan.

Excerpts from books previously published by the same publisher.

Interviews journalists and Maskawcis residents to get a better picture of mainstream media's interpretation of gang violence and community reaction.

Looks at the Chief Leschi Schools system on the Puyallup Reservation, in Washington, with a focus on urban context and demographics.