Gang Cultures and their Impact on Society
Gang cultures had a multifaceted impact on the society considering that they encouraged rape, voodoo practices, murder, and economic unproductivity. The expression of gang violence and social incivilities through gang music moulded the perceptions of the young audience, and in turn, made them more receptive to violent actions and gang ideology.
Influence of Gang Music on Youth
Besides, it made young people have a false illusion of gang life because the music did not highlight the transitory nature of gang life.Social Tensions and Gang Territories
On the other hand, street graffiti elevated social tensions because such forms of art delineated gang territories.Economic Impact of Gang Cultures
Moreover, gang cultures had a ripple effect on the economy; for instance, it was noted that real estate prices were depressed in gang territories because investors were less willing to invest in crime-prone areas.Trends in Gang-Related Violence
A review of recent statistics indicated that both the UK and the US had experienced a surge in gang-related violence. Youths from minority races perpetrated most of the gang activities; African Americans and Latinos in the US were leading in gang membership despite the fact that natives initially founded local gangs.The Role of Media
The mainstream media was also culpable of advancing gang cultures because there was little regard for morally acceptable content.Sustainability and Cost of Gang Activities
Sustaining gang activities in the society was unsustainable given that gang violence resulted in murders and destruction of property. Besides, it was also costly for the government to cater for the expenses of incarcerated gang members.Recommendations to Reduce Gang Violence
Key recommendations were advanced in an attempt to reduce the current levels of gang violence. One proposal advocated for the adoption of the CTC approach while others advocated for robust measures in law enforcement.In brief, the current body of research evidence confirmed that gang cultures were not congruent with the tenets of civilised societies.
