The Includem Gangs Task Force Intervention study
This study investigated a community based project anchored in an understanding of the importance of relationships and social networks in the creation and maintenance of life chances and health.
It aimed:
- To better understand the process of change undergone by teenagers who, involved in gang activity, are mentored to develop positive aspirations and move on from gang related activities.
- To assist Includem develop an on-going means of monitoring change at the network level experienced by their clients.
The project is a component of Community Intervention to Reduce Violence; a suite of projects and initiatives to turn around and sustain reductions in violence and gang related activity in Glasgow.
Findings Series Briefing Paper 34: 'Exploring the use of assets in practice: The Includem gangs pilot' summarises the findings of the study.