Faith-Based Daily Awareness Post 24 September 2026

These updates are shared to help raise the situational awareness of Faith-Based organizations to best defend against and mitigate the impacts from all-hazards threats including physical security, cybersecurity, and natural disasters.

No Kings: Vote Early nationwide day of action planned for 17 October

No Kings: Vote Early is a nationwide day of action scheduled for October 17, 2026. The campaign promotes nonpartisan voter participation. It encourages eligible voters to make a voting plan and use early-voting options. Local activities may include community gatherings and walks to polling sites. Organizers state that events will be lawful and nonviolent.

Analyst Comments: Faith-based organizations may experience nearby gatherings on October 17. Activity could affect traffic, parking, or building access. Events may vary by community. Leaders can monitor local event listings and public safety notices.

Faith-based organizations can:

• Confirm emergency contacts.
• Review staff notification procedures.
• Check access controls and parking plans.
• Brief staff on de-escalation.
• Document suspicious or disruptive activity.

Caution, Care and Compassion: Understanding Volunteer Liability

Nonprofits face two primary areas of volunteer-related liability: injuries or harm experienced by volunteers and harm, damage, or loss caused by volunteers while serving the organization. Key safeguards include:

• Clear roles
• Screening
• Training
• Supervision
• Safe equipment

Organizations also need simple reporting and emergency response procedures. Weak oversight can create direct liability. A nonprofit may also be liable for actions within a volunteer’s assigned duties. Fair discipline and separation practices can reduce risk.

These points provide a high-level overview of volunteer-related liability. Members should also consider reviewing the full article for additional risk-management tips and practical considerations for working with volunteers.

Analyst Comments: Faith-based organizations often depend on volunteers to support worship services and community programs, making effective volunteer management an important part of reducing risk. Consistent discipline and separation practices can further protect volunteers, staff, and the organization’s mission.