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- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing
- Copyright
- Copyright © Emerald Group Publishing Limited
- ISSN
- 2056-3841
- DOI
- 10.1108/JCRPP-06-2015-0018
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
Purpose– The purpose of this paper is to synthesize the effects of gang prevention programs on gang membership. Design/methodology/approach– The authors conducted a systematic literature review across 19 bibliographic databases and a meta-analysis of the effectiveness of these strategies. Findings– The database search resulted in 3,850 hits. Of the 162 studies that were screened in full, six involved a prevention program with outcomes commensurate for meta-analysis. Pooled log odds ratios indicate a significant, positive effect of gang prevention programs at reducing gang membership; however, sensitivity analysis demonstrates that the results are driven by the effects of a single study. Originality/value– Despite the small sample size, the current study presents the best available evidence regarding the effectiveness of gang membership prevention programs. There is a critical need in the field of gang control for rigorous evaluation of prevention strategies.
Journal
Journal of Criminological Research, Policy and Practice – Emerald Publishing
Published: Jun 13, 2016