Youth Advisory Board (formerly Youth Explorers Program)
By Cambridge Police Department
This program is available to Cambridge 7th and 8th graders and meets monthly at the Police Department during the school year to learn about each unit and service we offer.
This is an ongoing program.
Workshops and daily work out generally last 90 minutes.
Ages: 12 to 14.
Grades 7th grade and 8th grade.
Cambridge residents only.
Eligibility is based on grade level (7th and 8th).
Contact
Cambridge Police Department
Personnel@CambridgePolice.Org
617-349-3374
Registration required
- Sign-up is ongoing
Program generally begins in October. Contact us to find out if spots remain.
Free!
Location
- In-person only.
125 Sixth Street
Cambridge, MA 02141
United States
Refreshments provided.
Additional information
Youth learn about the role and function of Cambridge Police Officers and varying units within the Department, including the Traffic Unit, Explosive Ordnance Unit, and Special Response Team. They also learn about and practice OUI stops, traffic stops, handcuffing, baton techniques and self-defense. Participants gain understanding about juvenile law, rights, and responsibilities with Strategies for Youth and the role of the Cambridge Fire Department, Emergency Communications Department and Pro EMS in public safety.
Last updated December 13, 2022.
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