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Northeastern University Institute on Race and Justice

IRJ utilizes strategic social science research methodologies to assist government agencies, educational institutions, and members of the community in the development of policy changes that advanced the cause of social justice.

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Fact Sheet Highlights Youth Gang Survey

The fact sheet summarizes findings from the National Youth Gang Survey for 2007 and provides data on the number of gangs, gang members, and gang-related crime. Based on survey results, it is estimated that approximately 27,000 gangs and 788,000 gang members were active in the United States in 2007. The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) announces the availability of"Highlights of the 2007 National Youth Gang Survey." This 2-page fact sheet was prepared by OJJDP's National Youth Gang Center.

Shannon CSI First Year Report

In the spring of 2008 Northeastern University, in consultation with the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security completed the first annual report on the Shannon Community Safety Initiative activities and progress. The report can be found at: Shannon Community Safety Initiative Annual Report

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