Please Be Aware
Fortunately, we have seen a lull in the swatting campaigns targeting multiple synagogues across the country but continue to be vigilant. There have been over 40 Jewish organizations targeted since July 1, 2023. See SCN bulletin on “What is Swatting”.
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
- Fake websites stealing personal info by posing as Israeli gov’t sites – Crime in Israel (jpost.com)
- Tennessee judge orders a mental evaluation for a man charged with shooting at a Jewish school (apnews.com→)
- X briefly allows anti-Leo Frank ‘community note’ as antisemitism flares on the platform (jta.org→)
BluePoint Status
As we are 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.
Online Safety & Digital Responsibility
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Open to the Public The Jewish Federation is hosting an evening of discussion about cybersecurity awareness for younger students and their families with Felicia Trovato, Community Outreach Specialist, FBI Pittsburgh. Join a discussion with FBI Pittsburgh about online safety for students in grades 5 through 9. Registration is required. Topics Covered Online Safety & Situation Awareness Cyberbullying Awareness Trusted Adults & Seeking Help Digital Footprint & Permanence Text Message Et...
Emergency Preparedness Webinar
"If it is predictable, it is preventable." ~Gordan Graham Hazards, both manmade and natural, are a concern for all organizations. Establishing an All-Hazards Plan will not only assist in preventing many known threats, it will also provide a roadmap to mitigate these hazards. Continuity of Business Plans are the next step and crucial to direct how to move forward and restore your organization. This Webinar prepares organizations to handle emergencies by building All-Hazards and Continuity of...
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.
