Youth Officers visit all local schools throughout the precinct. The students are given information on safety and about all the aspects of a police officers job. The Police are not solely in existence to arrest people, but also to help people. Youth officers visit all schools in the precinct and address the students in these grades regarding gang awareness. Youth participate in a variety of educational and instructional activities.
Young adults visit local prison to gain insight from prisoners who share their life experience.
Youth participate in a variety of educational, leadership, instructional activities and community service. Annual P.A.L. Play Street Open July to September. Located on 61st Street between 4th and 5th Avenue. P.A.L. Boxing is available for youths aged 10 years to 21 years old. Operates Monday through Friday from 4 P.M. to 9 P.M. in Sunset Park at 43rd Street and 7th Avenue.