Facilitated by Lauderhill Commissioner Denise D. Grant and Police Chief Constance Stanley

Safety, Security and Faith - Forum for Place of Worship

October 5, 2023 @ 4PM-6PM

Lauderhill City Hall - 5581 W. Oakland Park Blvd.

Join Commissioner Denise D. Grant and Chief Stanley as Lauderhill recognizes October as Church Safety and Security Month.

Topics will include:

• Safety protocols
• Preventative measures to keep your worship setting safe and secure
• Financial topics 
• and more

 For more information, please call (954) 714-3115.

Program Objective: To guide, assist, and empower tabernacles in the City of Lauderhill by connecting them with relevant resources and organizations for safety, security, and financial support, while also promoting human development initiatives.

Pillars:

1. Safety
2. Security
3. Finance

Program Components:

1. Safety:
   1. Safety Assessment: Conduct assessments of the houses of worship to identify potential safety risks and vulnerabilities.
   2. Emergency Preparedness: Provide guidance and resources to help tabernacles develop emergency preparedness plans, including evacuation procedures, communication protocols, and training for volunteers.
   3. Safety Training: Organize workshops and training sessions on topics such as fire safety, first aid, and basic disaster response for staff and volunteers.
   4. Safety Resources: Establish a network of resources, including contact information for local emergency services, to ensure tabernacles have access to immediate assistance during emergencies.
2. Security:
   1. Security Assessment: Conduct security assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities, including physical security, access control, and surveillance measures.
   2. Security Planning: Assist tabernacles in developing comprehensive security plans tailored to their specific needs, which may include measures such as installing security cameras, implementing access control systems, and training security personnel.
   3. Security Awareness: Organize workshops and training sessions to educate staff and volunteers on recognizing and responding to security threats, including suspicious activities, theft, and vandalism.
   4. Security Partnerships: Foster partnerships with local law enforcement agencies and private security firms to provide additional support, guidance, and resources to tabernacles for enhancing security.
3. Finance:
   1. Resource Connection: Establish a database of nonprofits, organizations, and government agencies that provide financial support to houses of worship for various initiatives, such as community outreach programs, infrastructure improvements, and capacity-building projects.
   2. Grant Assistance: Provide guidance and assistance in identifying and applying for grants and funding opportunities relevant to the needs of tabernacles.
   3. Financial Education: Conduct workshops and seminars to enhance financial literacy among tabernacle leaders, including topics such as budgeting, fundraising, and effective financial management.
   4. Collaboration: Facilitate networking opportunities for tabernacles to connect with potential donors, sponsors, and funding partners to support their initiatives.

Note: This program outline provides a general framework and can be further expanded and tailored to meet the specific needs and resources available in the City of Lauderhill.