Gilbert leaders are constantly engaging in conversations and seeking ways to better help our youth, town officials said.

Recently, Mayor Scott Anderson and Gilbert Police Youth Community Engagement Officer Emily King met with leaders from public, private, and charter schools as part of the Advancing Gilbert’s Education Team, a group convened to discuss the challenges facing today’s youth and to develop strategies that ensure their safety and success, especially for the new school year.

The discussion covered topics ranging from campus safety to strategies to prevent teen violence and initiatives to expand access to higher education and future employment opportunities.

Town leaders highlighted existing programs and resources , such as the Gilbert Youth Leadership Academy and Mayor’s Y

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