Magen Am

We were proud to present LAPD Deputy Chief Alan Hamilton with an award for the department's efforts and dedication to improving the safety of ALL Los Angeles communities. Through tough times it is even more important that we support and recognize the work of our partners!

The mission is clear: training and empowering members of our community.

Why? In order to deter and respond to security threats, so they may live and practice in peace.

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What took place on Sunday cannot be allowed to take place again. Please stay tuned in to this space for more information regarding this incident and how to be part of the solution moving forward!

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Magen Am was honored to provide security for the movie premier of Guns & Moses at the LA Jewish Film Festival last night.

Movie Director Salvador Litvak is a proud Magen Am Community Team Member!

“Our family is so thankful for Magen Am! Hopefully, you never have to go through an experience where you wished there could have been someone there to help you. The brave people of Magen Am arrive within minutes of being dispatched and handle themselves with dignity and respect. They work hand in hand with law enforcement, earning the respect of all agencies. They keep us informed of what is happening in our area, and you can't go far without seeing one of their patrol vehicles. God bless Magen Am!”

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In appreciation of Magen Am's community efforts, we are grateful to have recieved this honor of recognition from Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky from the city of Los Angeles, on behalf of the South Robertson Neighborhood Council.

We are also grateful for all the first responders who were celebrated during yesterday's First Responder Appreciation Event!

Join us in congratulating our most recent Community Team Members to have officially gone ‘active’!

We wish them much success in safeguarding their communities and are grateful for their commitment to our people!

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There are no bad days when given the opportunity to train with !

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The team meeting before Sunday’s Lag BaOmer Parade.

A tremendous amount of planning and preparation goes into ensuring your event and institution are properly secured.

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Today on Memorial Day we want to bring you the story of Jewish Medal of Honor recipient Captain Ben L Salomon:

Captain Ben L. Salomon was serving at Saipan, in the Marianas Islands on July 7, 1944, as the Surgeon for the 2d Battalion, 105th Infantry Regiment, 27th Infantry Division. The Regiment was attacked by an overwhelming force of enemy soldiers. It was one of the largest attacks attempted in the Pacific Theater during World War II. Although the unit fought furiously, the enemy soon penetrated the Battalions’ combined perimeter and inflicted overwhelming casualties. In the first minutes of the attack, approximately 30 wounded soldiers walked, crawled, or were carried into Captain Salomon’s aid station, and the small tent soon filled with wounded men. As the perimeter began to be overrun, it became increasingly difficult for Captain Salomon to work on the wounded. He then saw an enemy soldier attacking a soldier lying near the tent. Firing from a squatting position, Captain Salomon quickly killed the enemy soldier. Then, as he turned his attention back to the wounded, two more enemy soldiers appeared in the front entrance of the tent. As these enemy soldiers were killed, four more crawled under the tent walls. Captain Salomon courageously eliminated them as well. Realizing the gravity of the situation, Captain Salomon ordered the wounded to make their way as best they could back to the regimental aid station, while he attempted to hold off the enemy until they were clear. Captain Salomon then grabbed a rifle from one of the wounded and rushed out of the tent. After four men were killed while manning a machine gun, Captain Salomon took control of it. When his body was later found, 98 dead enemy soldiers were piled in front of his position. Captain Salomon’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

Magen Am in Orange County, California. Our footprint continues to expand. The time is NOW.

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It is with deep sadness with we share the news of the sudden passing of Magen Am CEO Ivan Wolkind. Ivan made a tremendous impact on our organization and he will be greatly missed. We ask that you keep his family & loved ones in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Funeral and Shiva details will follow.

Magen Am on the road in Nashville, Tennessee!

"Members of our community are starting to think and feel that this is getting to be very real. Every community needs a Magen Am chapter for it’s security and wellbeing.

We must all be part of the process, at this crucial moment in time, to ensure that Never Again actually means NEVER AGAIN!” - A member of the Nashville Jewish community who attended the class.

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Today is Yom Hashoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day).

Today we honor and remember those who perished and those who miraculously survived.

Today we also honor and remember those who fought back. Those brave individuals who took it upon themselves to be guardians and protectors of the Jewish people.

We honor and remember them not by only saying the words NEVER AGAIN, but by each of us taking on the personal responsibility of NEVER AGAIN.

Am Yisroel Chai!

Magen Am’s Lone Soldier Veterans continue to answer the call of service on behalf of the Jewish people!

Additionally, there were 8,873 total reported incidents of antisemitism in 2023 according to the ADL in their recently released report. That is a 140% increase from 2022.

What steps are you taking to protect your family and community?

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Another Tough Mudder in the books! Congrats to all of our team members who completed the run/obstacle course!

Interested in joining our team? Reach about the ZOOM Open House taking place next week!

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SECURITY STATEMENT FROM MAGEN AM

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The Magen Am team at last nights event w/ !

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We all deserve to be able to live and practice in peace.

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Inspiring the next generation of protectors! Happy Purim!

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LA community: Magen Am is in close coordination with law enforcement and at this time there are no known direct threats. However, we have seen an uptick in reports of individuals photographing or filming Jewish institutions over the last week + , and we ask the community to stay vigilant and to report any suspicious activity.

These incidents should be reported to Magen Am by emailing with any details and photos of suspects/vehicles (if safe to capture photos) [email protected].

*In case of an emergency within our patrol area, please call our 24 hour Hotline at 844-MagenAm and also dial 9-1-1.*

Stay ready so you don’t have to get ready! Unfortunately, in today’s world, sitting on the sidelines is not an option.

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Community safeguarding community! Magen Am at the international conference all weekend long.

Am Yisroel Chai!

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In the face of multiple planned protests at Jewish events over the last few days, Magen Am coordinated with LAPD to ensure the safety of our community. We are grateful for their efforts & support!

We are grateful for the protectors who step up each and every day to safeguard our community! Be sure to reach out if you’re interested in becoming a Magen Am Community Team Member.

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Because Jews worldwide deserve to live and practice in peace!

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When unexpected threats arise, Magen Am Community Team Members, who are just going about their regular lives, are dispatched to sensitive locations in the community within minutes.

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You are your own first responder. Are you prepared?

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Keeping a watchful eye.

Interested in becoming a Magen Am Community Team Member? Visit our website or send us a message!

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