The money, announced in the Ending Gang and Youth Violence report, published last November, will be used to support "young people’s advocates".
These will support victims of rape and sexual abuse, and work with vulnerable young people at risk of being targeted by gangs, as well as providing a vital link between existing services.
Equalities minister Lynne Featherstone said violence against girls in gangs has remained hidden for too long. "We are determined to take action to raise awareness, provide skilled and sensitive support to victims and work to prevent it happening in the first place," she said.
Thirteen young people’s advocates, working in areas most affected by gangs, will be in place by summer 2012.
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