discussed PAL, how it is a division of the Philadelphia Police Department and staffed by officers, with after school sports and academic activities and field trips at 21 locations throughout the city, how the police learn about the neighborhoods they serve, developing relationships and the community, how it leads to trust in the department and crime reduction, how kids participating in PAL gain in confidence. They also discussed volunteer opportunities. For more information visit PHILLYPAL.ORG
07-12-17 Ted Qualli, Executive Director of the Police Athletic League of Philadelphia, and Commanding Officer Lt. Evelyn Citron