Gangs in Virginia: Resources and Information for Citizens of the Commonwealth
Influence
In this segment, inactive gang members from across Virginia explain how
they use their influence to manipulate kids into joining gangs. Gang
members explain, “kids are easy to influence,” and breakdown
how recruiters play on kids’ imperfect home life, or naivety, in an
effort to deceive them. Gang recruiters convince kids that gangs possess
positive attributes. However, it is all a lie! Gangs are not
about friendship, community, or promoting positive behaviors. They
are about violence, trouble, and breaking the law. Gang members will
use charisma, charm, and their influence to hide their real intentions and
purpose. Unfortunately, it is often too late before kids realize they
were deceived and they become stuck in the gang lifestyle.
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