15. Teaching Empathy with Options.nyc

New York City high school teacher Mandy Pabon offers the Options.nyc program to her students as part of a community service program in New York City public schools. She sees the Options curriculum as a powerful tool to teach empathy to young people, as well as a way overcome divisiveness within local communities.

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Welcome to Opt In NYC, a podcast produced by young New Yorkers in conjunction with the New York City Police Department and Police Foundation. The podcast explores contemporary issues and stories about New York City neighborhoods. New York City teens sit down with NYPD cops to share perspectives and educate one another. For more information, visit options.nyc. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram @Options.nyc.