Reposted from Safehaven Security

Three Cornerstones of Secure Mental Health Related to Violent Behavior

There are many divergent and competing views of how to understand human behavior, “mental health,” and how it applies to violence. At times we may be at risk of overthinking things and missing some foundational and obvious mental health aspects that are right in front of us. The three foundations discussed in this article are sleep disturbance, co-regulating relational connections, and grief/trauma.

Illegal violence is always a mental health issue and likely has an association with all three of these foundations (among others). While there are hundreds of theories of what goes wrong in mental health (particularly to create violence), ironically it could be argued that it is a lack of safety itself that cyclically creates such a lack of safety. At the brain’s most basic and highest prioritized level is one’s own safety and survival instincts. Unsafe people feel unsafe.

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Reposted from Cultural Property News

Cultural Property News has moved our operations to Santa Fe, New Mexico. We have an exciting year ahead!

We will continue to provide our thousands of readers with emailed quarterly Newsletters and extra News Bites. The combined Cultural Property News and Cultural Property Law websites have almost 600 articles on art, archaeology, and cultural heritage, extensive written testimony on U.S. and European legislation, and in-depth analyses of U.S. and international law and policy. We are revamping our websites to make these free, globally accessible resources easily searchable and reader-friendly for educators, students and general readers.

Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services Gutted
Serious Loss for U.S. Museums and Libraries
An executive order issued by President Trump on March 14 called for reduction in six different agencies, including the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to “the minimum presence and function required by law.” The staff of IMLS responded simply by continuing to show up for work, many wearing black. So, when Deputy Secretary of Labor and newly appointed Acting Director of IMLS Keith E. Sonderling arrived at its doors with security officers and DOGE representatives a few days later, hoping to padlock the agency, they were surprised to find all 55 of its employees hard at work.  They left, hoping to avoid a scene. By the month’s end, however, the administration had dealt a seismic blow to cultural and educational infrastructure in the United States. On March 31, an abrupt order was issued, placing all staff of the Institute of Museum and Library Services on administrative leave. The staff’s email accounts were disabled and communication with grantees cut off. Staff were told to take home their belongings and access to the building was cut.
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The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), along with the National Security Agency (NSA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC), Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (CCCS), and New Zealand National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC-NZ), released a joint Fast Flux Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) to warn organizations, internet service providers (ISPs), and cybersecurity service providers  of the ongoing threat of fast flux enabled malicious activities and the gap that many networks have in defending against them. This CSA encourages ISPs and service providers, especially Protective Domain Name System (PDNS) providers, to help mitigate this threat by taking proactive steps to develop accurate and reliable fast flux detection analytics and block fast flux activities for their customers. The CSA also provides guidance on detecting and mitigating fast flux by adopting a multi-layered approach that combines DNS analysis, network monitoring, and threat intelligence to protect networks against fast flux operations. Government and critical infrastructure organizations should close this ongoing gap in many networks’ defenses by using cybersecurity and PDNS services that block malicious fast flux activity.

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Reposted from Abigal G Manning

Think- How we look at situations, influences outcomes

Say- The way we speak to ourselves, and others change lives

Speaking at the Pentagon

I’m thrilled to share a recent milestone. I've received VIP treatment at the White House, Camp David, and Marine One (HMX-1) and last month, I led a three-hour workshop at the Pentagon! I spoke on "Stress to Success" and shared how to recognize Purple Threads of limiting personal beliefs, and how to transform them into personal strengths. We also discussed how to empower teams with ThinkSayDo skills in an environment where the stakes are high, the pressure is real, and stress can feel like a constant companion.

I would love to hear from you....

What are the top stresses you face in such a high-pressure environment?

 What strategies have you found most effective in lowering stress for team success?

Together we thrive under pressure and enhance team performance! Together we thrive under pressure and enhance team performance!

My #ThinkSayDo Tip of the Month ...

Confidence Is a Skill You Can Build. Do you ever feel stuck by self-doubt? Imagine if you could replace hesitation with unshakable confidence. That’s what "Authentic Health" is all about.

Confidence Helps To:

1. Improve decision-making and problem-solving skills because you trust your judgment.

2. Enhance communication and relationships both personally and professionally where you express your ideas and thoughts clearly and convincingly.

3. Increased resilience to bounce back after difficulties and motivation to keep moving forward.

Building confidence isn’t just about feeling good—it’s about unlocking your full potential to thrive in every aspect of life.

Through the ThinkSayDo Skills framework, you’ll learn to:

Reframe your thoughts for success.

 Align your words with your actions.

Move forward with clarity and purpose.

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Reposted from Tim Richardson

Some of you will hate me after reading this.  I’m rooting for Duke in the Final Four. I am a huge fan.   But not for the reason you might expect.  I didn’t go to Duke—my father did. Because of him, I’m a Duke Blue Devils basketball fan.  Dad was old-fashioned. We didn’t share the same political views. 

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Reposted from EMR-ISAC

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate’s (S&T’s) National Urban Security Technology Laboratory (NUSTL) released a new Video Security Systems Technology Handbook.

Video security systems (VSS) provide surveillance capabilities used to protect people, assets, and systems. VSS equipment is often used to support comprehensive security systems by incorporating video coverage and security alarms for barriers, intrusion detection, and access control. The new handbook serves as a reference for emergency responders, law enforcement security managers, and other security specialists to aid in planning, designing, and purchasing VSS products.

This handbook was first published in July 2013 and was originally called the “CCTV Technology Handbook,” since the leading video surveillance technology at that time was closed-circuit television (CCTV). This 2025 edition has been updated to reflect current terminology and modern VSS technologies, including cameras, lenses, monitors, multiplexers, recorders, and transmission systems, and internet protocol-based systems. It includes systems that incorporate technologies like edge analytics, cloud storage and artificial intelligence. The handbook provides considerations for implementing a VSS. An overview of video analytics and programmatic considerations such as design, data storage and retention, cyber security strategies, and system integration is also included. The Video Security Systems Technology Handbook is available in NUSTL’s System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) library.

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Reposted from EMR-ISAC

For years, emergency managers have lacked an objective way to understand and analyze effects to their community when disaster strikes. The Community Lifeline Status System (CLSS) emerges as the solution, designed to operationalize real data for real-time decision making. It operationalizes the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) Community Lifelines construct. It allows states, localities, tribal nations, and territories (SLTT) nationwide to assess and report on their own lifelines, which are, as FEMA describes, “the most fundamental services in the community that, when stabilized, enable all other aspects of society to function.” The CLSS is a no-cost project envisioned by DHS S&T and developed through a partnership between DHS S&T and G&H International Services, Inc. (G&H). The project began in 2022 and will be made available to all state, local, tribal, and territorial emergency management agencies in April 2025.

G&H International Services will host a webinar on Wednesday, March 26 at 12 p.m. EDT, Community Lifeline Status System Data & Decision Making Panel. The event will be moderated by the former director of Kentucky Emergency Management, and will feature a panel including the Secretary of Emergency Management for the Maryland Department of Emergency Management, the Chief of Emergency Management for Lee County, Florida, and the 311 Director and Innovation Officer for the town of Cary, North Carolina.

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Reposted from AMM

Not two, but three associations are teamed up to support the Midwest in 2025!

This year—perhaps more than ever—we will all be seeking the support of our peers, to find strength in solidarity and courage in our convictions.

That’s why the Association of Midwest Museums, the Illinois Association of Museums, and the Iowa Museum Association are collaborating to provide you a whole year of affordable opportunities to connect with your museum community close to home!

Here’s a preview of what's in store - stay tuned for program and registration announcements coming soon!

This Spring: Building Value in Communities-

Join the Iowa Museum Association for their 2025 Conference on April 27-29 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa! Featuring a keynote presentation by Dr. John H. Falk, the conference seeks to redefine the museum experience, focusing on the true value of what museums offer: transformative experiences that enrich the lives of our visitors and our communities.

AMM members have access to member rates for IAM 2025! All you have to do is create an IMA account and select the member rate.

This Summer: Navigating “Crosscurrents”-

Come be our guest in the Midwest, virtually and/or in-person, during Crosscurrents!

We’ll kick off this year’s conference with a joint Virtual Day on Wednesday, July 23, organized in collaboration with both state association partners. This robust day of programming will feature a keynote session inspired by “The Generosity Report”, 4 sessions, 2 virtual Quad Cities museum tours, and a networking roundtable to chat with your peers on timely topics. Crosscurrents in-person programming, developed with the Illinois Association of Museums, will take place July 30-August 2. We'll get to learn from the experiences of Quad Cities nonprofit and tourism leaders, local movers and shakers, and museum peers from eight states of the Midwest and beyond. With 40+ sessions, 14 amazing museums, and a chance for 400+ connections, you won’t want to miss it! 

Registration for Crosscurrents, the AMM-IMA 2025 Joint Conference opens soon. Stay tuned!

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Reposted by Cuseum

You're juggling a lot, and finding the time and resources to connect with members in a meaningful way isn't easy. You're not alone- many of the organizations we work with face similar struggles: Communication channels that don't reach members when it matters. Difficulty connecting with younger audiences in a way that feels natural

Limited resources to focus on engagement, leading to low participation and renewals. Thats why we created Cuseums Member Lifecycle Engagement Solution to help museums like yours build stronger, lasting relationships with members in a way that's simple and effective.

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Reposted by Tim Richardson

Are we headed toward a recession? 

JPMorgan Chase reported this week that there is a 40% chance of a downturn and Goldman Sachs increased their recession forecast from 15% to 20% in the next year. Layoffs have already occurred in some U.S. companies.  If a worry index were real, it would be rising too. 

Ironically, it was five years ago that the bottom fell out. What started as ”two weeks to stop the spread” turned into a massive disruption of our economic and social lives. We were afraid. We panicked. Our routines were disrupted. Many lost friends and loved ones. Every normal thing we did changed almost overnight. Fear drove many of our decisions. Organizations went through massive changes overnight. It was eerily like 9/11 in a lot of ways.  Everyone in my business lost all in-person speaking engagements on their schedules, devastating the lives of countless colleagues and depriving conference attendees of much needed inspiration, instruction, and education. I spoke with a friend yesterday who shared that he went into a deep depression. I’ll admit it, it was tough for me too. I hardly had any business for almost 18 months.  I wasted a lot of time in the early days of the COVID-19 crisis. I was waiting and hoping for a quick turnaround. When that didn’t happen, I had my own private pity parties. I sure would like to have that time back. A do-over would be nice.  My smart peers pivoted quickly. They set up virtual studios in their homes and continued to do what they had always done, but just online. Some had their best year ever. While I continued to wait, they adopted a “adversity creates opportunity” mindset.  No matter what you do, having a contingency plan is a good idea. 

Whether we enter a recession or not, taking a careful look at your business practices and policies is a valuable exercise. Reaching out to your customers, members, or clients is always a good idea, but scheduling regular times to check in during rough times may be particularly prudent. Spending time with your staff or colleagues listening to their concerns is always helpful, but especially in times of uncertainty. Eliminating or changing aspects of your business that waste time or cause frustration will be appreciated internally and externally at any time. Examine expenses and see where you could trim unnecessary costs. Making all these practices a regular part of your thinking could be critical to thrive in times of chaos. 

Most important of all – stay strong.

Push fear aside and adopt the mantra that opportunities are created through adversity. Have a mindset that whatever the challenges, you’ll navigate them with a positive mindset and help others do the same. Warren Buffet is famous for taking advantage of economic downturns from an investing perspective. He famously says, “Be fearful when others are greedy and be greedy when others are fearful.”  Take ground when others retreat. Let uncertainty and downturns motivate you into action. Things may look foggy now but taking thoughtful action may result in clarity and help alleviate the fear.

Let adversity create opportunity.

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