Safety

Greater Seattle Community Security

Safety

Keeping Our Washington Jewish Community Safe

Have an Emergency to Report? Dial 9-1-1. Then Contact SAFE.

If you see something, say something.

You can also email leey@jewishinseattle.org directly.

Please provide your police report number and as much detail as possible.

When Jewish individuals, businesses, or organizations face threats, antisemitism, or hate-fueled incidents, they turn to SAFE Washington—a Federation initiative dedicated to the safety and resilience of our community.

For over 15 years, SAFE Washington has built trusted relationships with law enforcement and government agencies, providing a rapid response to antisemitic threats across the Puget Sound region. In partnership with national and local security experts, SAFE Washington offers incident response, training, communications, and critical resources that help Jewish institutions prepare for, respond to, and recover from security threats.

National Security Partnership

The SAFE Washington Community Security Program joins a growing network of regional security programs led by our partnership with Secure Community Network (SCN). SCN is the national safety and security organization that works to implement best practice security programs on behalf of Jewish institutions and communities across the U.S.

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Contact Us

Lee Yates

Regional Security Advisor, Secure Community Network & SAFE WA

leey@jewishinseattle.org
(206) 774-2232

Prior to joining SCN in July 2025, Lee spent 29 years working as an FBI Supervisory Special Agent, specializing in counterintelligence, domestic terrorism, and global counterterrorism. At SCN, he administers the SAFE WA/SCN security program that provides consultations, physical assessments, training, drills, and threat mitigation to Jewish organizations, including schools, daycare centers, synagogues, camps, and other facilities. Together with his wife and son, Lee enjoys rooting for the Mariners and exploring the Pacific Northwest’s national parks.

leey@jewishinseattle.org | (206) 774-2232

Our Services

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Assessing Risk

SAFE Washington develops best practice recommendations for disaster response, facility security, and community preparedness.

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Training and Resources

Free of charge, SAFE Washington trains participating agencies and volunteers across Washington State of imminent threats, dangers, and response protocols, and provides resources.

High Holiday Safety & Security Webinar Training Series
Multiple Dates Through Sept. 18 | Zoom

The Secure Community Network, the official safety and security organization for North American Jewish communities, is offering a series of webinars for all community members now through the High Holidays. Learn to recognize suspicious behavior, respond to potential threats, and safeguard the sensitive information and digital systems that power our communities.

Each session offers practical skills to protect yourself, your family, and our community, whether in person or online.

Learn More & Register
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Monitoring and Acting on Threats

We maintain close relationships with law enforcement agencies and other partners, enabling us to receive and share critical information in real time to monitor threats and mitigate incidents as they happen.

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