Gangs from the Global South: Between youth groups and organized crime;
Por:
Cano I., Ascensio C., Galván I., Barendts C.
Publicada:
1 ene 2025
Resumen:
In this article, gangs from Mexico City and Cape Town are analysed comparatively. The proposed concept of gang joins sociability and transgression and is translated into a continuum ranging from youth groups to organized crime. The hypothesis is that the position on this continuum affects the structure, operations and recruitment. South African gangs, close to organized crime, are structured and recruit strategically. Mexican gangs, close to youth groups, are less organized and do not plan their recruitment. In addition, the cultural elements behind the emergence of gangs and the role of violence are explored. © (2025), (Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico). All rights reserved.
Filiaciones:
Cano I.:
Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain
Ascensio C.:
Facultad de Ciencias Políticas y Sociales, UNAM, Mexico
Galván I.:
Facultad de Ciencias Políticas y Sociales, UNAM, El Colegio de México, Mexico
Barendts C.:
Integrante del Safety Lab, Ciudad del Cabo, South Africa
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