The National Gang Center website on risk factors provides critical information for prevention professionals working to reduce gang involvement and youth violence. It outlines key individual, family, school, and community factors that increase the likelihood of gang affiliation, helping professionals identify at-risk youth early. By understanding these risk factors, prevention professionals can develop targeted interventions that strengthen protective factors, such as mentorship, family support, and positive peer relationships. This resource also supports data-driven strategies to inform community programs and policies that aim to prevent gang recruitment and promote safer environments.