Dothan, Ala. (WDNews) — Students with Youth Leadership Dothan spent April 8 getting a firsthand look at public safety operations during a visit to the Wiregrass Public Safety Center.
The group split their day between the Dothan Fire Department Training Unit and the Dothan Police Department Training Unit, gaining insight into how both agencies prepare and respond to emergencies.
According to organizers, the students were quiet at the start of the visit but quickly became more engaged as the day went on. By the end of the session, they were asking questions and actively participating in discussions.
Officials said the experience gave students a better understanding of the roles first responders play in the community while also providing a closer look at potential career paths in public safety.
The visit is part of the Youth Leadership Dothan program’s ongoing effort to connect students with local agencies and give them real-world learning opportunities.
