A Young Life Entangled in Gangs

At just 14 years old, Malik Causey was drawn to the allure of Chicago's street gangs. He admired their camaraderie, their assertiveness in taking what they desired, and the transformation of illicit activities into material wealth, evident in possessions like $400 jeans. Despite his mother's desperate attempts to steer him away from this perilous path, Malik became increasingly enmeshed in the gang lifestyle.

A Mother's Desperate Struggle

Monique Causey, Malik's mother, was acutely aware of the dangers her son faced. She took drastic measures, including removing him from harmful environments and even fabricating an incident of assault to have him temporarily detained, hoping it would offer him protection. Her relentless efforts, however, couldn't shield Malik from the pervasive violence that plagued their community....Read More