In Sweden approximately 1,000 children are recruited into criminal gangs each year. En annan väg (transl. ’Another Way’) is a children’s book that sheds light on the subject of gang crime written for children at middle school (mellanstadiet). Through the eyes of a young protagonist, the reader experiences the allure and terror that comes with choosing to join a criminal life. Through an engaging story, the creators want children to understand not only the external circumstances, but also the internal battles that their character struggles with. All this to spread knowledge but also to reach out to those who might need help.
This project is initiated by En Annan Väg UF (Ung Fцretagsamhet) at Jensen Gymnasium Gamla Stan in collaboration with Ateljé Altmann. Book design by us, illustrations by Christian Altmann.