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Top 10 Security Considerations

September 27, 2024 Chris Heuberger
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A mass attack occurs in the U.S. every two weeks on average. At only 2% of the population, the Jewish community faces nearly 67% of religiously motivated hate crimes. This reality requires us to be proactive and vigilant. The following low-cost or no-cost actions were designed by security experts in consultation with community partners and law enforcement. They are immediate steps you can take to take as you work to implement a comprehensive, organization and community-wide security strategy. For more information, contact your local Jewish security initiative or SCN.

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