Please Be Aware
Pennsylvania was one of the top states that saw white supremacy propaganda in 2022, along with Washington, Montana, Oklahoma, New York, Virginia, North Carolina and Texas. Read more on penncapital-star.org →
Revised FBI Hate Crime stats released Monday show hate crimes in the U.S. jumped again in 2021. The almost 12% increase shows a reversal of a previous, incomplete report showing a drop but was missing data from some of the nation’s largest cities, including NY and LA. Most victims, 64.5% were targeted due to race, ethnicity or ancestry, 16% were targeted over sexual orientation, and 14% involved religious bias. Half of religious cases targeted Jewish people. Read more on apnews.com →
On Thursday, March 30, 2023, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. the Pennsylvania Office of Homeland Security (OHS), in partnership with DHS, PEMA, Pennsylvania State Police, the three Fusion Centers across the Commonwealth, Faith-based Information Sharing and Analysis Organization (FB-ISAO), and the ADL, is offering a quarterly virtual learning series to faith-based organizations. These series have been very valuable, and provide important information to religious leaders, security personnel, and members of houses of worship to enhance security and prepare for outdoor events. Register on eventbrite.com →
Security Matters in the News This Week
- “This is a hate crime” : Cape Coral Chabad Jewish Center attacked by vandal (nbc-2.com →)
- Jewish organization says antisemitic incidents increased 6% in Wisconsin in 2022 (wuwm.com →)
BluePoint Status
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
FY2025/2026 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) Guidance
Please join the Secure Community Network (SCN) and subject matter experts for a workshop on the NSGP implementation process, including completing the Environmental & Historic Preservation Form (EHP), with a Q&A session at the conclusion of the webinar.
10-Minute Weather Safety Series: Winter Weather
This interactive session features a live Q&A where our experts will provide practical, actionable strategies for snowstorms and other severe winter conditions, alongside best practices for emergency planning. You will be familiarized with the essential steps and considerations to help yourself and your community remain prepared, safe, and resilient throughout the season.
Presenter
Murray Snow Director, Emergency Preparedness Secure Community NetworkBeAware™: An Introduction to Situational Awareness
This training will teach you how to recognize suspicious or potentially dangerous behavior and threats and what to do. Designed for all community members, BeAware™ covers basic situational awareness and how to help protect yourself, your family, and your community.
Speakers
Chad Lotman Director, Training Secure Community Network John Piser Deputy Director, Planning & Preparedness Secure Community NetworkNEW: 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.
