Protecting Places of Worship Weeks of Action Virtual Events
In support of September’s National Preparedness Month, the Department of Homeland Security dedicates national weeks of action, encouraging faith-based and community organizations to safeguard people and places through partnerships with local emergency managers and first responders.
Date: September 19, 2023 - September 27, 2023
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Event Details
In support of September’s National Preparedness Month, the Department of Homeland Security dedicates national weeks of action, encouraging faith-based and community organizations to safeguard people and places through partnerships with local emergency managers and first responders. The 2023 weeks of action will include virtual workshops for the faith community and private sector.
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Active Shooter Preparedness
Provides an actionable framework to enhance security in places of worship in a manner that sustains an open and welcoming environment for the community to peaceably worship. For additional information on future Active Shooter Preparedness training events, contact ASWorkshop@cisa.dhs.gov.
- Sept. 19, 9-11AM EST
- Sept. 20, 2-4PM EST
- Sept. 27, 11-1PM EST
CISA Introduction to Bomb Threat Management
Provides an overview of bomb threat, emergency planning, and instruction regarding how to evaluate and respond to both bomb threats and suspicious items. For additional information on future Office for Bombing Prevention training events, contact obptraining@cisa.dhs.gov.
- Sept. 20, noon-1PM EST
Mass Casualty / Active Shooter Impact & Recovery Seminar Series: Negotiating Mid to Long Term Recovery
For members of the private sector interested in enhancing their organizational preparedness before a mass casualty or active shooter incident.
- Sept. 21, noon-1:30PM EST
CISA Tabletop Exercise Package (CTEP) Workshop on Faith-Based Situation Manuals
Focus on a faith-based CTEP in support of the Protecting Places of Worship Week of Action.
- Sept. 21, 2-3PM EST
CISA Response to Suspicious Behaviors and Items
Introduces the faith-based community to recognizing and responding to suspicious behaviors and activities related to terrorist or criminal activities.For additional information on future Office for Bombing Prevention training events, contact obptraining@cisa.dhs.gov.
- Sept. 27, 2-3PM EST
Event Contact
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. For questions or additional information, contact: partnerships@fema.dhs.gov.