Women in Homeland Security
WHS University
First step is to join book club and become active in open, frank discussions about the people, activities and events that are shaping homeland security. Second is to take time and read the following. (WHS will organize one or two content conferences per year to cover the reports and reading identified here.)
The papers and reports below have been featured in WHS' monthly newsletter and reflect a variety of topics and reports from numerous sources.
Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Unclassified Executive Summary of Committee Report on 1225 Bombing
Conclusions of the Senate Select Committee's investigation of the 1225 Bombing attempt.
TSA's Preparedness for Mass Transit & Passenger Rail Emergencies
The Transportation Security Administration is responsible for security in all modes of transportation, including mass transit and passenger rail systems. Passenger rail systems face a dynamic landscape of potential natural disasters, accidents, and terrorist attacks. Since 1995, there have been more than 250 terrorist attacks worldwide against rail targets, resulting in nearly 900 deaths and more than 6,000 injuries. The Transportation Security Administration, the Federal Transit Administration, the Federal Railroad Administration, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency share responsibilities, programs, and resource investments to mass transit and passenger rail emergencies. We evaluated the Transportation Security Administration’s effectiveness in supporting mass transit and passenger rail agencies in preparing for and responding to emergency incidents.
Al Qaeda and Affiliates: Historical Perspective, Global Presence and Implications for U.S. Policy
Understanding the origins of Al Qaeda, its goals, current activities, and prospective future pursuits is key to developing sound U.S. strategies, policies, and programs. Appreciating the adaptive nature of Al Qaeda as a movement and the ongoing threat it projects onto U.S. global security interests assists in many facets of the national security enterprise; including, securing the homeland, congressional legislative process and oversight, alignment of executive branch resources and coordination efforts, and prioritization of foreign assistance. The focus of this report is on the history of Al Qaeda, actions and capabilities of the organization and non-aligned entities, and an analysis of select regional Al Qaeda affiliates. This report may be updated as events warrant.
Report from the Commission on the Prevention of Weapons of Mass Destruction Proliferation and Terrorism
Headed by Colonel Randy Larsen who spoke to WHS at National Defense University last June, the Report hands out scathing "grades" for the nation's efforts to protect the country from the threats posed by WMD and terrorism. For a FREE copy of the Commission's first report, World At Risk, click on the report cover.
LEARN FROM WATCHING
Click here to connect to appearances by many of our members and leaders in the homeland security field on CSPAN. Complete information and more appearances are available by clicking on their photo...
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Kathleen Bader, Member, Homeland Security Advisory Council
Homeland Security Funding; Homeland Security Issues; Advisory Committee First Meeting
Cathleen Berrick, Director, General Accounting Office, Homeland Security and Justice Issues
TSA Watchlists; Aviation Security; FY 2009 TSA budget (clcik on photo for more..)
Susan M. Collins, U.S. Senator (R-ME), Ranking Member and former Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
Ruth David, Member, Homeland Security Advisory Council; President & CEO, ANSER
Homeland Security Recommendations; HS Program Funding; HS Issues (click on photo for more...)
Elaine Dezenski, Senior Vice President, CrossMatch Technologies; frmr Deputy Assistant Secretary, DHS, Plans & Policy
Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, Border Security (click on photo for more..)
Elaine Duke, Undersecretary, Department of Homeland Security, Management
DHS Travel Policies; Katrina Contracting Review (click on photo for more...)
Jamie Gorelick, Partner, WilmerHale
Frmr Deputy Attorney General, U.S. DOJ
Board Member, 9-11 Discourse Project
Commissioner, National Commission on Terrorist Attacks
15th Anniversary of Oklahoma City; Rule of Law (click on photo for more...)
Jamie Gorelick speaks to WHS on gaps in cyber security policy
Elin Gursky, Senior Fellow, ANSER
Bioterrorism Response Readiness (click on photo for more...)
Juliette Kayyem, Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Intergovernmental Affairs
Impact of Gulf Oil Spill; Civil Rights & Homeland Security; Terrorism Security & U.S. Purpose (click on photo for more...)
Janice Kephart, Director, National Security Policy, Center for Immigration Studies; frmr Counsel, National Commission on Terrorist Attacks
Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, Border Security, (click on photo for more..)
Nuala O'Connor Kelly, frmr Chief Privacy Officer, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Privacy Implications in Data Mining; Privacy & Cybersecurity; 9-11 Recommendations (click on photo for more...)
Jane Holl Lute, Deputy Secretary, DHS; former Assistant Secretary-GeneralUnited Nations -> Mission Support
US Policy on Darfur; Tribal Nation Conference; (click on photo for more...)
Jena McNeill, Analyst, The Heritage Foundation
HS Policies; HS & The Federal Government; HS & Counterterrorism (click on photo for more...)
Suzanne Mencer, frmr Director, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Domestic Preparedness
Homeland Security; HS Issues; Firefighters Conference (click on photo for more...)
Julie Myers, Assistant SecretaryDepartment of Homeland Security -> Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Immigration; HS Nomination; Torture Indictment
Janet Napolitano, Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Susan Neely, President & CEO, American Beverage Association, former Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security Public Affairs
Homeland Security Forum (click on photo for more)
Dr. Tara O'Toole, Undersecretary for Science & Technology, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Bioterrorism Response; Biological Threats to Societies; Biological Terrorism Readiness
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Gale Rossides, Acting Administrator, Transportation Security Administration
Aviation Security; Transportation Budget (click on photo for more...)
Frances Fragos Townsend, Partner BakerBotts and former Special Assistant to the President for Homeland Security & Counterterrorism
Intelligence Reform; Foreign Policy Challenges; Ft. Hood Attack Investigation(click on photo for more...)
