The San Diego National Church Safety + Security Conference
is now the
National Faith Based Safety Conference
We are excited to continue offering this conference under a new name that reflects our commitment to serving all faith-based organizations.
Our goal is to equip faith-based and other organizations with the most current information and best practices, providing valuable opportunities to strengthen safety and security while effectively supporting their operational objectives.
About Us
Get ready to elevate your organization’s safety at the National Faith Safety Conference—the ultimate resource for safeguarding your faith based community. From crafting a robust child protection plan to equipping your teams for any emergency, we’ve got your back every step of the way.
Join us as we bring together a fantastic lineup of subject matter expert speakers who are eager to their knowledge with you and your team. Year after year, we'll dive into topics like team building, engaging children's programs, and collaborating with local public safety personnel, also introducing fresh themes that tackle the latest trends and challenges safety.
This dynamic conference is powered by a passionate group of house of worship security and law enforcement professionals dedicated to enhancing safety and security. Prepare to explore impactful sessions on critical topics such as active shooter response, your safety team, developing effective emergency plans, and so much more! Plus, don’t miss the chance to connect with exhibitors showcasing the newest products and services tailored for the faith-based safety community. Join us and be of this exciting journey towards safer future!
2026 Topics
Why Faith Based Institutions Must Have Security
Hear from SDPD, DHS and the FBI on the importance of having a trained security team at your facility. Attendees will receive a current threat picture. Partnerships with local, county, state and federal agencies will be discussed and contacts published.
Building and Training A Security Team
Learn from the best on how other Houses of Worship have built and trained a successful Security Team.
Policies & CA Law, Insurance and Reporting
There are multiple new laws that impact faith based organizations, especially in California. Learn from subject matter experts about the impact of California AB 1454, SB 848 and the new changes to restrictions on weapons in houses of worship and schools.
Tech, Cyber Security and use of AI
Explore the dynamic intersection of technology, cyber security, and artificial intelligence, where innovative solutions guard digital landscapes and enhance data protection. The latest, and future, trends will be discussed to enhance your safety.
Grants For Non Profits
Grants for Nonprofits offers vital funding opportunities to enhance the meaningful efforts of organizations committed to serving their communities and tackling important social issues while ensuring safety. This session will outline available grants and feature a professional grant writer who will deliver a step-by-step tutorial on crafting a successful grant application.
Creating A Working Emergency Action Plan
You have to have a plan of action for nearly every possible emergency. Dealing with Protesters, Difficult People, Active Shooters, Evacuations, Lost Children are all a portion of the items that must be in a EAP. Your EAP also lays the foundation for your training program. This session will provide you with a template for creating or improving your EAP.
2026 Speakers
Mike Diggs
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Matt Brown
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Kevin Johnstone
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Bill Ganley
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Become an Exhibitor
As an exhibitor at the conference you will rub elbows with many of the most influential people in the Faith Based Security Community. Hundreds of individual houses of worship will be represented. Exhibiting is inexpensive and provides a turn-key opportunity to display your products and services.
For only $500 exhibitors receive placement in the lobby of the event. Attendees will be gathering in the exhibit area during registration, breaks, and all meals. In addition, each exhibitor will receive a backdrop, 8' draped table, electrical and 2 full conference badges to attend all sessions and meals.
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