The Oxnard Police Activities League (PAL) is a city-wide, after-school crime prevention program designed to build positive relationships between youth, police officers and the community. Recreational, educational, enrichment and mentoring programs are offered to youth ages 7 to 18, at no cost to participants.
The objectives of Oxnard PAL are:
- To provide youth an opportunity to grow under the sustained guidance of dedicated adults
- To instill in youth respect and understanding for law enforcement and for the laws they uphold
- To assist youth in developing self-esteem and provide them with skills to help them stay in school
- βTo involve police, parents and community volunteers in a personal commitment of time and energy to the youth of the community