Seattle Police Activities League (SEAPAL) is part of a proactive, prevention-oriented strategy by the Seattle Police Department. Our intention is to develop cooperation, coordination, and relationships between youth, police and community through recreation and cultural enrichment. SEAPAL focuses on providing youth 5-18 years of age the opportunity to be a part of a variety of programming activities with police officers serving as coaches, mentors, and role models.
SEAPAL is integrated into the Seattle Police Department Youth Outreach and Violence Prevention Unit. This provides another avenue to invest in the growth of young people in the City of Seattle. SEAPAL and the Seattle Police Department has begun to leverage existing partnership with local community based organizations and other city departments to provide the programming into our local micro communities. The initial activities for SEAPAL include Flag Football, Basketball, Soccer, Youth Police academies, and a Mountain Bicycle Program.
SEAPAL Objectives:
- To create a safe and healthy environment indicated by increased participation and reduction in crime around the communities,
- To give youth alternatives to conflict resolution through participation in programs,
- To build character and develop leadership excellence among our youth, and
- To train, promote and build strong minds through Athletics and Community stewardship.