Inspiration for youth: Michael Bal, Vancouver Police Const. one of Top 40 Under 40 law enforcement professionals in the world.

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Meeshika Sharma
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An inspirational youth, Michael Bal, a Vancouver Police constable has been chosen as one of the top 40 under 40 law enforcement professionals in the world. The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) annual award recognizes candidates who exemplify leadership and commitment to their profession.

Constable Michael Bal has an impressive list of accomplishments in his short eight years with the Vancouver Police Department.

Inspector Howard Tran of the VPD Youth Services Section says, “Michael’s leadership and passion has been nothing less than inspirational.He is truly making a difference in his community and beyond.”

Bal shares, “Working with young people who demonstrate so much drive and energy motivates me to dedicate myself toward their goals and be the inspiration for them to reach for their best."

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He adds, “My father was a Royal Hong Kong police officer.He taught me about the impact an officer can have on a community and struggling youth. I feel so fortunate to have the opportunity to work with these kids, and hopefully make a difference in someone’s life.”

In early 2016, Constable Bal launched Project Jawani, along with Detective Constable Steve Kingra. The project has South Asian youths gather for an open discussion about the issues they are facing. The social, academic, and professional goals of participants are developed through community speakers and mentors.

In the same year, Bal was one of two Canadians selected by the US State Department to be an International Youth Ambassador mentor to 16 kids, aged 15 to 18, who are leaders in their communities across Canada.

Bal began Project Breakaway to bring together high school students of different ethnicities, religious beliefs, athletic abilities, and life challenges.

Working towards mental health issues among youth, Bal teamed up with mental health professionals to develop the Mental Wellness Peer-to-Peer Support Group at David Thompson Secondary.

Bal started the Rick Schaaf Memorial Cup in honour of his high school School Liaison officer, who passed away after battling cancer.

These are few accomplishments of Bal.He sure has a long way to go and make a postive impact on society.

 

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