Peace In the Hood: Working with Gang Members to End the Violence
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.92 (841 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 089793704X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 240 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-12-10 |
| Language | : | English |
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This is a great read and a fascinating mix of the science of Scot This is a great read and a fascinating mix of the science of intervention work with the art of implementation. This book is an important tool for the interventionist working towards bringing peace to their community. It is also useful for people trying to grasp an understanding of the culture and ways to help make streets safe for kids to grow up and have opportunities by breaking the chain of gang legacy. The author has successfully taught his methods throughout the world, and is currently the director of A Better LA, the organization started by USC / Seattle Seahawks football coach Pete . Lastly Mr Basheer has led a heroic life and I am grateful for uncommon human beings like him that attempt to educate us John P. Mutz This is an outstanding book. It describes the complicated world of gang violence, the challenges, and provides an authenticated and extraordinary inside look at an effective way to engage victims of gang violence, gang members, former gang members, law enforcement officers, social workers, therapists and those who guide policy in a new discourse for addressing gang violence. I think all people of goodwill and curiosity can benefit from the reading this book. Lastly Mr Basheer has led a heroic life and I am grateful for uncommon human beings like him that attempt to educate us. I hope he ca. Must Have to reach Gang Bangers or hood peace paul morales For any person, church or organization this book will give you the proven framework. protocol and wisdom to reach out to gang members and keep the peace. I have done peace keeping to hoods many years. Now I have the skeleton on the flesh to do the work of Intervention. I was blessed to be one of Aquil's students at USC Orange County Project Kinship. He is a caring, straight shooter willing to help anyone. This book is the almanac and guide you will need to do this great work you are called to. Highly recommend/Enjoy the read/training. God Bless you in your work, Paul Morales
Basheer's expertise, exceptionally valuable here in Seattle. -Mariko Lockhart, SYVPI, City of Seattle PCITI, Progressive change in Los Angeles-Julio Marcial, TCWF. Peace in the Hood, steadfast expertise in the field of community violence . - Robert Hernandez, professor, USC Peace in the Hood, a central component to any public safety plan. - Mike de la Rocha, advisor to Congressman Tony Cardenas.. Peace In the Hood is a compelling read for all! -Celeste Fremon, G-Dog and the Homeboys.Peace In the Hood, a blueprint for change, a must read!-Jorja Leap, Ph.D., professor, UCLA A
Each chapter deals with one key aspect of peacemaking, and the advice comes with anecdotes from Basheer's own life.Peace In the Hood includes real-life accounts of Basheer's interactions with gang members offering unique insight into gang culture. Its descriptions of the fairly new field of peacekeeping and intervention with its mix of story and advice make it both a perfect tool for students and teachers who study social justice and anyone simply looking for a fascinating read. Peace In the Hood evokes the reality of gangland