Youth Police Advisory Council (YPAC)
The Dallas Police Department Youth Police Advisory Council (YPAC) creates a meaningful forum for Dallas-area high school students to engage directly with law enforcement leadership, community mentors, and city partners. YPAC gives students a structured, respectful space to discuss issues affecting their schools, neighborhoods, and daily lives — while helping shape constructive approaches to community safety and police-community relationships.
Mission
To foster positive relationships between youth and law enforcement through education, communication, leadership and community service.
Vision
To develop the next generation of civic leaders while strengthening positive relationships between youth, law enforcement, and the communities we serve.
Students will have the opportunity to earn up to 20 hours of community service, with hours that may also be eligible to fulfill applicable school service-hour requirements.
Community Service May Include:
- Homeless outreach service projects
- School supply drives
- Food insecurity initiatives
- Neighborhood cleanups
- Senior engagement visits
