upbringing that is frequently made more difficult by living conditions; "(d) The difficult conditions under which people emigrate to towns or other countries; "(e) The destruction of original cultural identities, together with racism and discrimination, which may lead to disadvantages in the social, health and employment spheres; "(f) Changes in the urban environment that promote crime by creating residential areas deprived of any neighbourhood facilities; "(g) The difficulties for individuals in modern society to become properly integrated in their communities, families or schools and to identify with a culture; "(h) Drug addiction, whose spread is promoted by the factors referred to above; "(i) The increase in organized criminal activities, particularly drug trafficking and the receiving of stolen goods, the success of which require assistance from within the community; "Considering that these problems involve responsibilities at all levels (international, national, regional, local and individual) and are affected by various factors (historical, political, economic, cultural, psychological and moral), "Bejigying that an effective policy to prevent crime and reduce insecurity can only succeed through consistent and simultaneous action in all of these areas and at all of these levels. "Convinced of the need for co-operation to develop working practices based on partnership, at local and national levels, enabling all those responsible to analyse the difficulties encountered and formulate coherent and useful responses, "Convinced also that police officers, judges, social workers, doctors and teachers and all concerned professionals must be given multidisciplinary training, "1. Recommends that Member States take the necessary steps in the following areas: "(a) Childhood; "(i) By developing a policy in respect of very young children, which would include: "a. Pre-natal and post-natal care and nutritional assistance for mothers and children; "b. Suitable arrangements to provide nursery facilities and education for young children, as well as orientation programmes directly addressed to them;
**Analysis**
The text discusses the root causes of crime and insecurity, highlighting the difficulties faced by individuals and communities, particularly in urban areas. It emphasizes the importance of addressing social, cultural, and economic factors that contribute to these problems. The text also stresses the need for a multidisciplinary approach, involving professionals from various fields, to develop effective solutions.

**Category**
Health, Education, Employment, Culture