Speaking Out for Change
Youth Speaking Out To Youth - The Choices We Make
This program was designed as a tool in which young people, both current and ex- gang members, can speak directly to other youth about the impact gang involvement has had on their lives. Their comments are moving and insightful reflections of the difficulties, pain and hardship they encountered while in gangs.
These youth speak out about:
- The impact their involvement with the gang had on their family members
- The paranoia and fear of always thinking about their enemy
- Their exposure to AIDS from needle sharing
- Drugs and violence
- Going to juvenile hall and prison
- The pressure from older gang members
- Breaking out of the gang
- Returning to one's raza and family
These young people have taken an affirmative position to speak out against gang involvement and help other youth at risk by communicating to them about where this path leads.
Quotes
"You shouldn't get into a gang, it's painful, like if they shoot you or stab you your mother will be crying - your gonna be gone. You only have one chance at life - one time." Boy, 11 years old
Production Notes
Produced By David Gilbert, 1998
15 Minutes Color Video
Grades 4-12 & Adult
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