Gov. Stein addresses first Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force meeting

RALEIGH, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Governor Josh Stein joined the Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force’s first meeting Tuesday to discuss how his administration is working to keep North Carolinians safe and prevent violent crime.

The task force, established in August through Executive Order 21, is charged with identifying solutions to create safe communities across North Carolina by reducing gang violence and helping young people reach a productive and fulfilling adulthood.

“North Carolina has recently had several tragic reminders of the need to keep people safe and prevent violence,” said Governor Josh Stein. “I look forward to working with the Task Force members to identify and put into place real solutions to make North Carolina safer.” 

The Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force focuses on reducing the presence and impact of gang activity in North Carolina, including keeping young people out of gangs.

The Governor is also tasking it with identifying proven violence prevention efforts to keep North Carolina families safe. It brings together law enforcement, education leaders, legal representatives, mental health and substance use organizations, and people who have successfully left gangs. 

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