Groups formed specifically for LGBTQ+ members, such as the Gay Boy Gangsters (GBG) in California's prison system or the Check It gang in Washington, D.C..
Individuals who remain in traditional gangs (like the Bloods or Crips) while being closeted or openly gay. Some members go to great lengths to hide their identities for fear of severe harm or death. gayboy gansters
Neighborhood-based groups that include a mix of straight, gay, and bisexual members. Motivations and Activities Groups formed specifically for LGBTQ+ members, such as