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Expert security and support for Jewish organizations

Jewish communities across the country are facing an unprecedented surge in hate. In Greater Boston, CJP is always working to keep our community safe. CJP’s Communal Security Initiative (CSI) delivers professional security advice, training, and support to Jewish organizations throughout the region.

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Building Jewish security knowledge and community resilience

Our Jewish security mission

CSI provides Jewish security resources: free trainings, assessments, and consultations for community partners.

“I am so grateful to the team and to CJP for what they have provided for us. They gave us the funding and the training to be effective, and empowered us to make our own decisions and keep our community safe.”

Debbie Pourati, president of Congregation Ahavas Achim, Newburyport

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Safety resources to keep our Jewish community secure

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Physical security grants

Discover the financial resources CSI offers to help keep your community protected.

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Access resources

Sharpen your security instincts. Access expert resources (handouts, videos, and safety best practices) all in one place.

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Cybersecurity

Get free online cybersecurity training, access risk assessment vendors, and apply for cybersecurity grants.

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Training

Register for free safety, security, and medical training. Anyone can participate: congregants, clergy, staff, teachers, and volunteers.

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Working together to keep our community secure

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Empowering Boston against antisemitism

CJP’s Center for Combating Antisemitism (CCA) works alongside CSI to turn awareness into action. CSI unites partners and equips communities to respond to and prevent antisemitism.

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Report an incident to the ADL

If you’ve experienced or witnessed an antisemitic incident that’s not an emergency, report it to the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) to support tracking and community response.

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Expert security leadership

Jeremy Yamin

Vice President, Security and Operations

Jeremy Yamin joined CJP in 2016. He brings 20-plus years of experience from the U.S. State Department’s Diplomatic Security Service. Jeremy also serves on the U.S. State Department’s Overseas Security Advisory Council and the ADL New England Law Enforcement Committee.

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Daniel Levenson

Senior Director, Communal Security Initiative

Daniel Levenson joined CJP in 2018, bringing extensive experience in nonprofit management, security, and emergency response and planning. He is a member of the FBI Boston Mass Bay Threat Assessment Team and the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals, and serves on the governing board of the Society for Terrorism Research.

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Connect with CJP’s Communal Security Initiative

Have questions about security training, assessments, or grant opportunities? The CSI team is here to help Jewish organizations across Greater Boston strengthen safety and preparedness.