National Security
Defense, security, and public safety
Advocate for Security Policy Balance
Engage with elected officials on security and civil liberties issues
Balance Security and Civil Liberties
Evaluate tradeoffs between safety measures and constitutional rights
Monitor Security Agency Accountability
Support oversight of intelligence and law enforcement agencies
Practice Personal Security Awareness
Recognize and report suspicious activities that might threaten safety
Recognize Domestic Security Threats
Understand different types of security challenges within the US
Understand Border Security Basics
Know how border protection affects trade and travel
Understand Critical Infrastructure Protection
Know how essential systems are protected from threats
Understand Cybersecurity Threats
Know how digital attacks affect infrastructure and personal security
Understand Defense Budget Priorities
Evaluate military spending and its impact on other priorities
Understand Emergency Alert Systems
Know how to receive and respond to emergency warnings
Understand Intelligence Community Role
Know how intelligence agencies gather and share information
Understand International Security Cooperation
Know how the US works with other countries on security
Understand Military Role in Society
Know how armed forces interact with civilian government
Understand Terrorism Prevention
Know community-based approaches to preventing violent extremism