Strengths, Barriers, and Recommendations for a Wraparound Gang Intervention Program Targeting High Risk Youth

The Wraparound approach aims to prevent and interrupt gang activity by “wrapping” youth with individualized supports to increase prosocial connections and reduce the risks for gang involvement. The current study examines 38 interviews with program staff and external stakeholders to assess implementa...

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Authors: Lee, Chelsey (Author) ; Wong, Jennifer S. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2025
In: Victims & offenders
Year: 2025, Volume: 20, Issue: 1, Pages: 1-22
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Keywords:
Implementation
Interviews
Qualitative
Case Management
Youth
Gangs
Wraparound
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Summary:The Wraparound approach aims to prevent and interrupt gang activity by “wrapping” youth with individualized supports to increase prosocial connections and reduce the risks for gang involvement. The current study examines 38 interviews with program staff and external stakeholders to assess implementation strengths and challenges of a Wraparound program in British Columbia, Canada. Thematic analysis resulted in seven strengths-related themes concerning program structure, team, and youth engagement strategies, and seven challenge-related themes regarding youth interactions, resources, and communication. Findings highlight the benefits of an individualized approach, with consideration of enhanced communication and outreach strategies, resource allocation, and case manager training.
ISSN:1556-4991
DOI:10.1080/15564886.2024.2408681