Utilizing Gang Control in Boys' Work: Graduating Thesis (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Wallace W. Kirkland

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0332641996 ISBN 13: 9780332641997

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

Synopsis

Understanding the realities of youth groups and how to guide them toward positive paths

In this graduating thesis, the author examines how boys form, lead, and participate in gangs within urban settings, and what adults running boys’ clubs and after-school programs can do to channel that energy. The work blends definitions, field observations, and practical guidance to help educators and community workers respond with empathy and structure.

The book frames a practical approach to program design: study how boys naturally group themselves, learn their interests, and build programs that fit their realities rather than forcing fixed classes. It emphasizes that successful leadership often emerges from within the group, and that spreading initiative can reduce negative patterns while preserving the social bonds that matter to young people.

• Learn how different types of groups form, from clubs and athletic teams to informal gangs, and what this means for supervision and support.
• See how leadership can be distributed to encourage responsible action and reduce harmful dynamics.
• Discover a step-by-step approach to planning programs that align with boys’ natural interests and social structures.
• Explore real-world examples and practical considerations for creating safe, engaging spaces for youth.

Ideal for readers involved in youth work, social work, education, and community organizing who want concrete guidance grounded in observed realities.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332641996
• ISBN 13: 9780332641997
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 79