Gangs, Violence, and Prevention: How Can the Church Proclaim Peace?

Key Points

• The aim is to investigate the role of the church in peacebuilding within communities impacted by gang-related violence.
• Literature review of previous studies on church outreach programs
• Case studies of successful church interventions
• Interviews with community leaders and church representatives
• Church-led interventions reduce incidents of gang-related violence
• Peacebuilding initiatives strengthen community ties
• Faith-based organizations foster dialogue and understanding among youth