🛡️ September 25 is approaching, marking the National ‘See Something, Say Something’ Awareness Day, an important reminder that security is a collective responsibility we all share. #HumanFirewall #BeyondCyber
👁️ The “If You See Something, Say Something®” campaign, launched by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, empowers individuals to help protect their communities by reporting suspicious activities.
Together, we can make a difference. If you see something that does not feel right, say something — it could help prevent the next attack.
🚨 Why It Matters: Reporting suspicious behavior can help prevent potentially harmful situations, including terrorist incidents. A seemingly small or insignificant observation might be a key piece of a much larger puzzle. Your vigilance could be the difference in preventing a tragedy. It’s a simple idea, but it’s powerful: We all have a role in keeping our communities safe.
🧩But what exactly constitutes suspicious activity? Let’s break it down.
What Is Suspicious Activity?
Suspicious activity refers to any observed behavior that may indicate a threat to public safety or involve criminal activity, including potential terrorism. Here are some examples:
- Expressed or Implied Threats: Making statements that threaten harm to people, facilities, or infrastructure.
- Unauthorized Intrusion: Attempting to breach restricted areas or impersonating authorized personnel.
- Unusual Material Storage: Storing large quantities of items like chemicals, weapons, or cell phones without a clear purpose.
- Surveillance: Showing unusual interest in facilities, personnel, or security protocols by taking photos or videos covertly.
- Cyber Attacks: Disrupting or compromising an organization’s IT systems in an attempt to cause harm.
- Testing Security: Probing or testing a facility’s security systems to assess their strengths or weaknesses.
These activities are concerning not because of who a person is, but because of their actions. The security community and organizations urge everyone to report suspicious behavior—not based on someone’s appearance but on their actions.
Reporting suspicious behavior could potentially stop the next terrorist incident. Even a seemingly unimportant observation may be a piece of a larger puzzle.
What to Do if You See Suspicious Activity
It’s critical to report activities that feel off or seem unusual, especially when they suggest planning or preparation for harmful actions. Examples include someone breaking into a restricted area or gathering information about a facility’s security measures.
✅ Remember: Race, gender, religion, or appearance are not indicators of suspicious behavior. Focus on the activity itself and report the behavior to local authorities or the appropriate channels.
Join the Effort on September 25
Let’s commit to staying aware and prepared on #SeeSayDay and throughout the year. Recognize the signs, report them, and play your part in maintaining the safety of our families, friends, and communities.
🔗 For more resources and guidance on what to look for, watch the awesome informative videos created by the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (NJOHSP).
NJOHSP “See Something, Say Something” School Challenge
NJOHSP PSA – “See Something, Say Something”
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