b'designed to simulate real-life encounters that young people Photographs by Josh Toustermay experience. During the final phase of the program, participants are equipped with virtual reality goggles andwork through simulations in which they may be asked tojoin a gang, asked to commit a crime or stopped by the police. This program, developed in partnership with the actual young people who it benefits, builds relationships between officers and the community, teaches valuable life skills and educates students about an emerging technology. VIRTUAL REALITY SIMULATION 75'