Street gangs in Saskatoon, as well as in other cities in Canada, regretfully appear to be on the increase, both in numbers and their intensity of violence. Our youth are at the greatest risk. These are the stories of gang memebers and ex-gang members, who represent hundreds of STR8-UP members who have entered an arduous and lengthy healing journey: fron despair to that of sobriety, wholesome relationships and respectful citizens...perhaps not yet totally completed, but nevertheless filled with incredible hope and success for their future and their loved ones.