The "Invisible" Gang Members: A Report on Female Gang Association in Winnipeg

Author: Melanie Nimmo Publisher: Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives Publication: Document Date:                  June 01, 2001 Category: Crime And Violence > Weapons Related Categories: Adolescence/Youth > Adolescent Substance Use/Abuse Crime And Violence > Crime Crime And Violence > Violence Crime And Violence > Youth Crime   This paper studies the background of women involved in violent and criminal gangs. In addition to building on previous research, it discusses the poor socioeconomic background of such women as well as their need for belonging and security. Click to read this article... (PDF) Send us feedback on this article Bookmark this link