In response to a poor relationship between youth and Chicago police, Albany Park Neighborhood Council youth leaders formed “Project Y” – a new campaign designed to push a youth agenda in the community.

“We want better police conduct and for youth to have respect,” said Project Y leader Eric Alvarez.

In mid-winter, over 100 youth gathered for a meeting with Chicago and Illinois public officials to win commitments on police conduct and after school violence.
At the meeting they unveiled a “Youth Bill of Rights” that outlined the mission of Project Y and responsibilities of both youth and police to keep their neighborhood safe.

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