Assistant Commissioner, Joe Cassar is in the Hunter this week to meet with youth leaders and young people at Police Citizens Youth Clubs.
The clubs have been instrumental in turning the lives of at-risk young people around since 1937, giving them a safe and positive alternative to life on the streets.
A new draft NSW Police Force Youth Strategy outlines how police can help prevent young people from becoming victims of crime, prevent them from committing crimes and looks at ways to reduce anti-social behaviour.
Assistant Commissioner Cassar will visit the Lake Macquarie and Newcastle PCYC's on Tuesday before heading to clubs at Cessnock, Maitland, Raymond Terrace and Nelson Bay on Wednesday.
He'll be discussing local strategies and programs and the impact they are having on youth in the community.
"The visit is great opportunity to engage with local police and youth to obtain feedback on their experiences. We also have Youth Liaison Officers, supported by Specialist Youth Officers in each local area command who develop strategies to reduce juvenile crime," he said.
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| Assistant Commissioner Joe Cassar Picture: Illawarra Mercury |
