Applying force and incarcerating as many as possible leads to nothing but full prisons, and as individuals are released, the cycle begins anew. It's necessary to break this cycle and focus on very young children, understanding the key factors of why they join gangs, and then taking precise countermeasures.

Education: Implementing educational programs that teach conflict resolution and provide positive social-emotional learning.

Opportunities: Creating job training and employment opportunities for young people.

Community Programs: Offering after-school and summer programs focused on arts, sports, and other activities.

Mentorship: Connecting young people with mentors who can provide guidance and support.

Family Support: Providing resources and support to families to help them create stable, nurturing environments.

Safe Spaces: Ensuring there are safe community spaces for social interaction.

Police-Community Relations: Fostering positive relationships between law enforcement and the community.

Intervention Strategies: Developing programs to intervene when young people show signs of potentially joining gangs.

It is a complex problem, hence there is no easy solution.