Full Description
This book focuses on the Italian mafia organization, 'Ndrangheta, and its pervasive influence on the region of Calabria. While the majority of the criminal activity is committed by a small percentage of the population, the entire region suffers from the mafia presence. The goal of the book is to expose the inner workings of 'Ndrangheta to understand its power structure and methods, highlight the negative impact of 'Ndrangheta on the majority of innocent Calabrian citizens, and develop strategies to dismantle the organization by identifying and targeting its vulnerabilities. Ultimately, the book aims to provide a criminologically-grounded roadmap for effectively combating 'Ndrangheta and liberating Calabria from its grip.
Contents
Part I: Basic Description of 'Ndrangheta
Chapter 1: What is Mafia-Type Organized Crime?
Chapter 2: When Did They ('Ndrangheta) Originate?
Chapter 3: Why Calabria?
Chapter 4: Limited Upward Socio-Economic Mobility and 'Ndrangheta
Chapter 5: Where do They Operate?
Chapter 6: How They Operate: A Mafia-Type Subculture
Chapter 7: Who Are Among Them Today?
Part II: Developing A Comprehensive Challenge To 'Ndrangheta
Chapter 8: Criminal Justice Overview on 'Ndrangheta
Chapter 9: Developing Practical Anti—Counter-'Ndrangheta Strategies: Research Approach
Chapter 10: Research Application (EXAMPLE)
Chapter 11: Summary and Implications for Further Actions
