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Best-practice guidance documents, training materials, security protocols and checklists, and templates, and more– all developed by leading experts in communal security.

DISCLAIMER: These guidelines are for informational purposes only. Secure Community Network advises seeking professional security advice tailored to your situation. SCN makes no representation, guarantee, or warranty that adopting any recommendation presented here will ensure that your facility or users will be invulnerable to attack or crime. SCN shall not have any liability because of any decision by you to adopt or not adopt any part of these guidelines. These guidelines are copyrighted property of SCN and may not be copied, reproduced, republished, posted, transmitted, distributed, or changed without the prior written permission of SCN.

 

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  • Informational One Pager

    SCN Overview One-Pager

    February 21, 2025 Abigail Miller

    We are a team of intelligence, law enforcement, homeland security, and military professionals, recognized as the community’s official liaison to federal law enforcement, and the only faith-based nonprofit with a direct line to the FBI.

  • White Paper

    Firearms and the Faithful

    January 2, 2020 Abigail Miller

    Across America, Jewish communities are on heightened alert and are wondering what role armed security should play in their security plans.

  • White Paper

    Private Security

    April 28, 2022 Abigail Miller

    Does hiring a private security firm make your Jewish organization safer?

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    Introduction to Judaism: For Law Enforcement Officers and Security Professionals

    June 10, 2022 Abigail Miller

    This guide provides background information to assist law enforcement officers and security professionals with better understanding and recognizing the dynamic and diverse nature of the Jewish community in the United States. We strive to not merely ensure more productive, positive, and collaborative interactions, but to develop, foster, and strengthen true relationships of trust. These relationships not only enhance the safety and security of the Jewish community, but of the whole community. Moreover, their creation allows for honest dialogue between partners, particularly around difficult or complex issues.

    • High Holidays
    • Incident Response
  • White Paper

    Private Security

    April 28, 2022 Abigail Miller

    Does hiring a private security firm make your Jewish organization safer?

    • High Holidays
  • Informational One Pager

    Hurricane Protection Guidance

    May 20, 2021 Abigail Miller

    For those areas affected by hurricanes, storms are generally detected well before they reach hurricane status. When the track of the hurricane becomes evident, warnings are issued to the affected areas through radio, television, newspaper, and online sources. This allows plenty of time for residents and organizations to take appropriate actions. You and your organization must have a plan for mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery from hurricanes and tropical storms.

    • Planning and Preparedness
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    Social Media Awareness

    September 27, 2020 Abigail Miller

    Social media is increasingly being used to obtain personal information and commit cybercrimes, posing a threat to individuals and organizations. The best way to prevent attacks is to practice smart social media habits and monitor posts.

    • Cybersecurity
  • Informational One Pager

    Low-Cost/No-Cost Safety and Security Measures for Individuals and Families

    September 8, 2020 Abigail Miller

    Jewish community members face a wide variety of threats from natural disasters to targeted antisemitic crimes. As a result of these varying threats, individuals and families must take steps to prepare. Emergency preparedness can often be intimidating due not only to the large number of threats and hazards that must be prepared for, but also the anticipated costs associated with it. However, providing for the safety and security of yourself and/or your family does not have to be costly, and its benefits are invaluable. This document outlines safety and security measures that are of little to no cost.

    • High Holidays
    • Planning and Preparedness
  • Informational One Pager

    How To Spot A Phishing Scam

    August 27, 2020 Abigail Miller

    Phishing attacks are one of the most common forms of cybercrime and are a critical threat to any organization, especially as social engineering attacks become more sophisticated and difficult to identify. The best way to prevent a phishing attack is to know how to identify a phishing email.

    • Cybersecurity
    • High Holidays
  • White Paper

    Firearms and the Faithful

    January 2, 2020 Abigail Miller

    Across America, Jewish communities are on heightened alert and are wondering what role armed security should play in their security plans.

    • High Holidays
    • Planning and Preparedness
  • Informational One Pager

    Emergency Management Volunteer Programs

    September 27, 2019 Abigail Miller

    Volunteers are critically important to emergency management operations. They bring a wide variety of skills and expertise that can be utilized to enhance the existing emergency response framework. This document will guide you through the various volunteer organizations that you may encounter as well as provide tips for volunteering and implementing volunteer programs within your own organization.

    • Planning and Preparedness
  • Checklist

    Civil Unrest Guidance

    September 27, 2019 Abigail Miller

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) defines civil disturbance as “an activity such as a demonstration, riot, or strike that disrupts a community and requires intervention to maintain public safety.” These events have the potential to impact the physical security of a facility as well as the safety of those who may be inside it, to include employers, employees, visitors and guests. Preparing for any type of crisis or emergency is a shared responsibility within an organization; preparedness efforts can greatly reduce the risks of incidents for your organization. The below checklist has been developed to assist organizations in preparing for potential civil disturbances.

    • High Holidays
    • Incident Response
    • Planning and Preparedness