Clothing and artifacts reveal a great deal about individuals such as their likes, dislikes, beliefs, attitudes, and values. Specific clothing, such as a uniform can indicate a particular occupation. Organizations can develop unspoken dress codes. According to Conquergood gangs rely on unique nonverbal codes for survival and to bind gang members together. Kinesic communication reveals whether or not individuals are members of either a Folks Nation or Peoples Nation gang.
Gestures indicate the person's identity and respect for other members.
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