Community Outreach and Training

Learn more about the Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties (CRCL) outreach and engagement with communities throughout the nation, as well as the training we provide to both Department personnel and our partners.

• Community Engagement 
  CRCL engages diverse American communities whose civil rights may be affected by Department activities. We respond to community concerns and provide information about Department programs, activities, and issues.
• Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Training 
  CRCL improves civil rights and civil liberties awareness and compliance through training modules and tools and technical assistance.

DHS Resources for Communities

Active Shooter Preparedness

• Website: www.dhs.gov/active-shooter-preparedness
• Conducting Security Assessments: A Guide for Schools and Houses of Worship Webinar

Homeland Security Information Network (HSIN)

• Website: www.dhs.gov/homeland-security-information-network-hsin
• Email: HSIN.Outreach@hq.dhs.gov

Protective Security Advisors, DHS Infrastructure Protection

• Website: www.dhs.gov/protective-security-advisors
• Email: nicc@hq.dhs.gov

DHS Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties

• Website: www.dhs.gov/community-engagement
• Email: communityengagement@hq.dhs.gov

Federal Emergency Management Agency

• FEMA Management Institute
• Guide for All-Hazard Emergency Operations Planning
• Developing and Maintaining Emergency Operations Plans: Comprehensive Guide 101