California Police Chief- Fall 2013 CPCA_2017_Winter Magazine Final | Page 31

INSPIRING AND ENGAGING THE COMMUNITY’S
YOUTH
Realizing the value of inspiration and positive inter-
actions for children and teenagers, the Hawthorne Police
Department has also taken the initiative to engage with the
community’s youth. The Chief provides full support to his
staff in creating safe spaces for the youth to interact with
law enforcement officers.
Community Affairs Unit staff has converted unused
tennis