I was an MS-13 gang member. Here's how I got out. | Gerardo Lopez | TEDxMileHigh
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Gerardo Lopez |
TEDxMileHigh
• June 2018
Gerardo Lopez grew up in gang territory in Los Angeles, California, and was just 14 years old when he joined MS-13, the notorious Salvadorean gang. Why did he join and why did he leave? In this courageous talk, Gerardo reveals how we can help others get out and stay out of gangs.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx