Please Be Aware
Swatting campaigns have targeted multiple synagogues across the country. Since July there have been at least 40 Jewish organizations targeted. Learn more from Secure Community Network.
Hardy Lloyd’s detention hearing was rescheduled for Aug 30th at 10am. He remains in custody. We will provide a status update after his hearing.
Security Matters in the News This Week
- From tragedy to teamwork – JNS.org (jns.org→)
- The FBI has formed a national database to track and prevent ‘swatting’ (nbcnews.com→)
- Maine lawmakers denounce latest neo-Nazi demonstration, call for action (pressherald.com→)
- Jewish communities in Hawaii lead relief efforts in wake of deadly fire (thejc.com→)
- UPDATE: Midtown roads reopen after bomb threat against Jewish organizations forces evacuations (roughdraftatlanta.com→)
BluePoint Status
As we prepare for back-to-school, please review your current contact lists in BluePoint. If changes are needed, please contact Erin Fagan at efagan@jfedpgh.org.
Our BluePoint training video and refresher video are available on YouTube. These are useful for new staff or as a reminder for existing staff.
Security Resources and/or Training
Please schedule your training needs for the year as soon as possible. Our schedule is filling up quickly.
A Practical Discussion on Physical Security Improvements
Thursday, October 8 @ 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM EDTAsk the Security Experts Join Secure Community Network for an interactive conversation about today’s most important physical security challenges. Hear practical recommendations from a nationally recognized security expert and leave with strategies you can put into action. PREPARE • PLAN • STRENGTHEN Speakers Debbie Gottlieb Director of Grants Management Secure Community Network Jeffrey Slotnick Founder & President, Setracon
Cyber Security & Digital Media Safety: Part A
Thursday, October 8 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM EDTGreen Tree, PA 15205 United States + Google Map
Students are More Connected Than Ever to Technology How do we keep them safe in the world of digital media? The Jewish Federation joins forces with the Catholic Schools Office of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, the FBI, the US Attorney General's Office and the PA State Police to educate learners and families. PART A: October 8 at 6:00 PM Learn more about the dangers our kids are facing each and every day from the experts. PART B: October 15 at 6:00 PM Join us again for a Hands-on technology workshop ...
Cyber Security & Digital Media Safety: Part B
Thursday, October 15 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM EDTGreen Tree, PA 15205 United States + Google Map
Students are More Connected Than Ever to Technology How do we keep them safe in the world of digital media? The Jewish Federation joins forces with the Catholic Schools Office of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, the FBI, the US Attorney General's Office and the PA State Police to educate learners and families. PART A: October 8 at 6:00 PM Learn more about the dangers our kids are facing each and every day from the experts. PART B: October 15 at 6:00 PM Join us again for a Hands-on technology workshop ...
De-Escalation Training
Please contact Erin Fagan at efagan@jfedpgh.org or 412-992-5252 to schedule this training.
Situational Awareness, Active Threat, and Usher/Greeter Training
If you or your organization have not yet had these training modules, please contact Erin Fagan at efagan@jfedpgh.org or 412-992-5252. All can be made available in person or via Zoom.
If you need more Emergency Safety Procedures Flip Charts contact Erin Fagan at efagan@jfedpgh.org or 412-992-5252.