Hearts & Hands: Creating Community in Violent Times

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Focusing on healing through community building, the author draws on thirty years of experience with gangs in Los Angeles and Chicago to propose transformative change. He emphasizes creating nonviolent opportunities for youth, urging society to prioritize community values over material gain. Personal motivation drives his mission, as he dedicates the book to his son, who faced incarceration for gang-related activities. Through anecdotes, interviews, and practical guidelines, the book advocates for strengthening community life to combat gang influence on children.