Once you know what is needed, you can improve your security. ADL can help.

ADL's commitment to Jewish institutional security awareness is part of our mission. Your institution's leaders should know ADL has materials that can be used by the largest community center or the smallest shul. And we have professionals who can provide guidance on security concerns -- all offered as a free community service.

The Role of Congregants and Community Members

Congregants and community members have an important role in helping to ensure the safety of their Jewish communal institutions.

• Be watchful and report suspicious activity.
• Know your building -- report anything that is out-of-place or missing.
• Actively cooperate with security directions, check-in procedures and ticket policies. Even if ushers or guards know you, help set the right tone by showing your ID or holiday ticket -- and insist on showing them even when not asked.
• Help create a culture that is secure and welcoming; care about this issue -- and let people know that you do.
• Support your board and professionals when they make the decision to create and implement an effective security plan.
• Enjoy your community institution to its fullest -- but remember to be alert and to "think security."