Safety
Greater Seattle Community Security
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.
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
leey@jewishinseattle.org | (206) 774-2232
Receive tailored security training sessions that meet your organization’s specific needs.
Our Services
Assessing Risk
SAFE Washington develops best practice recommendations for disaster response, facility security, and community preparedness.
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.
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.
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.
