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This guide serves as a resource for parents and mentors regarding the issues of grooming, gangs, and their associated risks. In this guide, we define grooming and delve into the reasons motivating young people to become involved with gangs, examining their home environment, personal circumstances, and community influences. This guide also highlights indicators that may suggest a child or young person is either undergoing grooming or has become affiliated with a gang. It will then explore strategies for providing essential support. Lastly, this guide will look at the legal aspects of gang participation, possession of knives and firearms, and the regulations surrounding 'stop and search'. CONTENTS: Defining Grooming Gangs, drugs and their control Why do young people join gangs? What types of young people are more likely to be recruited by gangs? Home Environment Personal Circumstances Community Influences Spotting the Signs Early Support How to help your child if they are involved in a gang What does the law say? Carrying knives Carrying firearms Stop and search