Sunday, March 22, 3 pm First Presbyterian Church, Norfolk
Active threat situations are unpredictable and can unfold quickly—often ending within three to five minutes. Recognizing warning signs and knowing how to respond can save lives.
In collaboration with Jewish Community Relations Council, a local pastors’ group, and Secure Community Network, the first of what is envisioned as many interdenominational training sessions will take place next month at First Presbyterian Church in Ghent.
Mike Goldsmith, Secure Community Network’s Regional Security Advisor for Tidewater, will present an introduction to Countering Active Threat Training (CATT)—a foundational course designed for faith-based institutions and houses of worship, and open to every member of the community.
This one-hour course requires no prior security background and covers the basics of situational awareness and practical, real-world guidance to help protect yourself, your family, and your community.
Participants will learn how to recognize suspicious or potentially dangerous behavior, how to respond if a situation becomes life-threatening in everyday settings such as a church, synagogue, grocery store, or restaurant, and how to react to different threat scenarios.
First Presbyterian Church is located at 820 Colonial Avenue in Norfolk.
RSVP required by March 18 to www.TinyURL.com/HOW26.