Know who you are inviting to your home.

• Safety tip: Do you know all of your attendees? If not, do you have mutual friends (on social media) that can verify who they are
• Welcoming tip: To learn more about a new person message them directly, “I’m excited to see you. How did you hear about my program?”

Know to whom you are giving your address.

• Safety tip: Do not post your address or the address of off site programs publicly or on insecure sites like map apps.
• Welcoming tip: When you do provide them with the address through a message or phone call, make sure to give information about parking.

Be aware of the safety features of your program space.

• Safety tip: Know where the fire extinguisher, first aid kit, and exits are located and ensure there’s a battery in the smoke detector.
• Welcoming tip: Greet new people and give them a basic tour of the space, including bathrooms!

Watch out for safety issues or uncomfortable situations.

• Safety tip: Keep an eye out for unusual things, particularly in public, like people that are acting strangely or unknown packages in public spaces.
• Welcoming tip: Greet everyone as they arrive, watching for newcomers and starting conversations and getting to know them before assuming they don’t belong.

When a program is over, make sure your home is secure.

• Safety tip: Check your home for locked doors/windows and damage.
• Welcoming tip: While checking your home, look for lost and found items, and post a photo on social media thanking everyone for attending.

Be aware of how loudly you’re talking about Jewish programs while in public spaces.

• Safety tip: If someone approaches you about your conversation and you do not want to give out your contact information, feel free to direct them to memglobal.org for more information.