 DHS is committed to supporting efforts that maintain safe and secure places of worship and related facilities while sustaining an open and welcoming environment. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency(CISA), in partnership with the Department of Homeland Security Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships, DHS Office of Partnerships and Engagement, DHS Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships, DHS Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Department of Justice and others are providing resources and engagement opportunities that assist places of worship in securing physical as part of National Preparedness Month and supports the implementation of the U.S. National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism. Register below for the upcoming events! 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 Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (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 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 Mass Casualty / Active Shooter Impact & Recovery Seminar Series: Negotiating Mid to Long Term Recovery is for members of the private sector interested in enhancing their organizational preparedness before a mass casualty or active shooter incident. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)Tabletop Exercise Package (CTEP) Workshop on Faith-Based Situation Manuals will focus on a faith-based CTEP in support of the Protecting Places of Worship Week of Action. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (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 Protecting Places of Worship GuidanceSix Steps to Enhance Security Against Targeted Violence  For faith-based communities, it is crucial to ensure safety and security while maintaining a welcoming environment. Learn more by accessing the latest resources below. | 
