We Rejoice as 20 Living Hostages Return Home to Israel
Today is a day of hope and, we pray, the beginning of healing for the hostages, their families and all of Israel.
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Security Update
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh, in partnership with Secure Community Network (SCN) announced the launch of our Embedded Analyst Program (EAP) to serve the Pittsburgh area and surrounding region. This initiative provides for a full-time Intelligence Analyst to be embedded with our Security Team at the Federation.
SCN & Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh Announce Integrated Threat Management Initiative, Expanding Long-Term Security Partnership
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS & PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA — The Secure Community Network (SCN), the official safety and security organization for the Jewish community in North America, and the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh today announced the launch of SCN’s Embedded Analyst Program (EAP), an integrated threat management initiative designed to enhance security for the Pittsburgh Jewish community. […]
Thoughts
After hearing the news last night—at the close of Yom Kippur—about the deadly attack in Manchester, I felt compelled to put some thoughts into writing.
Security Update
The Rabbi in the Yom Kippur attack in Manchester, UK did exactly what we train to do in our Run, Hide, Fight model by barricading the congregants and keeping them safe.
Incident Reported Outside Rodef Shalom Synagogue
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University are aware of a minor property-related incident reported outside Rodef Shalom Congregation earlier this week. We are grateful that there was no damage to the synagogue or the property and we don’t believe there is an ongoing threat. Still, we recognize that any incident near […]
Security Update
A report published by the Combat Antisemitism Movement has recorded 694 antisemitic incidents worldwide in August 2025. The United States had the highest amount with 162 incidents followed by Greece, the United Kingdom, Canada then France. This report only captures incidents formally reported to authorities.
Security Update
For awareness, there will be a pro-Palestinian protest in Schenley Plaza on Saturday, September 20, at 6:30 PM. According to information on social media, the theme for this protest is “When Palestine Calls, Pittsburgh Answers.” We will continue to monitor with law enforcement for any security concerns.
Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh Honors Community Leaders at Annual Meeting
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh honored three exceptional leaders at its Annual Meeting, celebrating their profound impact on Jewish life and community resilience.
Security Update
Talya A. Lubit, a co-defendant in the antisemitic and targeted graffiti incident at Chabad of Squirrel Hill and Jewish Federation on July 29, 2024, was sentenced to five years of probation on Wednesday in federal court. She had previously plead to one count of conspiracy and one count of defacing a religious institution.