Critical Risk Calendar
As we enter the final weeks of September, corporate security teams must prepare for multiple converging risk events that could impact operations, personnel safety, and business continuity. Here’s your essential intelligence briefing for the remainder of September 2025:
⚠️ IMMEDIATE ATTENTION REQUIRED:
September 11 – Anniversary Alert Terrorist groups can attack with little to no warning. While attacks can occur at any time, concerns are heightened in proximity to anniversary dates of prior attacks such as August 7th, September 11th, September 21st Westgate Mall attack Security Alert: Exercise Personal Security and Situational Awareness – U.S. Embassy in Kenya
- Locations: Kenya, East Africa, US embassies globally
- Threat Actor: al-Shabaab and affiliated groups
- Risk Level: ELEVATED
September 20 – “Make Billionaires Pay” Nationwide Protests (USA) The Solidarity September events are set to go beyond Labor Day, with a “Make Billionaires Pay” day of protest scheduled for Sept. 20 Major Anti-Trump Protests Planned Across U.S. for Labor Day | TIME
- Expected Cities: NYC, Chicago, LA, Seattle, Portland, Philadelphia
- Anticipated Scale: Multi-city coordinated demonstrations
- Business Impact: Downtown disruptions, potential property damage
September 21 – Westgate Mall Attack Anniversary (Kenya)
- Location: Nairobi and major Kenyan cities
- Security Posture: Maximum alert for soft targets
- At Risk: Shopping centers, hotels, restaurants frequented by expatriates
September 28 – Swiss National Referendum Several referendums will be held in Switzerland during 2025, with national votes on 9 February, 28 September and 11 November 2025 Swiss referendums – Wikipedia
- Issues: Environmental and economic policies
- Potential Impact: Peaceful demonstrations in major Swiss cities
September 28 – Pro-Palestinian Demonstrations September 28, 2025 San Dimas, CA | 1PM Palestinian Festival Fundraiser at Frank Bonelli Park Pro-Palestine Protests Near You | USCPR
- Scope: Coordinated events across US and Europe
- Risk Areas: Government buildings, Israeli diplomatic facilities
📊 THREAT ASSESSMENT SUMMARY: The September threat landscape reflects a dangerous convergence of ideological protests, anniversary-motivated terrorism risks, and ongoing civil unrest. Civil unrest ranks as the biggest concern for more than 50% of company respondents globally, reflecting the fact that incidents are increasing and lasting for longer Political violence and civil unrest trends 2025 | Allianz Commercial
✅ CRITICAL ACTION ITEMS FOR SECURITY TEAMS:
72-Hour Pre-Event Protocol:
- Activate enhanced monitoring for September 11, 20, 21, and 28
- Deploy additional security personnel at vulnerable facilities
- Conduct threat briefings with local law enforcement
Business Continuity Measures:
- Test alternate site activation procedures
- Verify remote work capabilities for affected locations
- Review supply chain contingencies for potential disruptions
- Ensure backup communication systems are operational
Crisis Communication Readiness:
- Update employee notification trees
- Test mass notification systems by September 10
- Prepare holding statements for potential incidents
- Designate crisis communication team members
Travel Risk Management:
- Issue travel advisories for Kenya (September 10-22)
- Restrict non-essential travel to protest cities on September 20
- Provide travelers with 24/7 security hotline access
- Brief executives on situational awareness protocols
Incident Response Preparation:
- Confirm evacuation routes and assembly points
- Update employee accountability procedures
- Review medical emergency response protocols
- Validate insurance coverage for political violence
Intelligence Gathering:
- Monitor local social media for protest organization
- Subscribe to embassy security alerts
- Establish contact with peer security networks
- Track real-time developments through verified sources
Physical Security Enhancements:
- Increase CCTV monitoring during risk periods
- Remove or secure external assets that could become projectiles
- Consider early closures on high-risk dates
- Implement visitor screening procedures
🎯 GORDON SECURITY SOLUTIONS INSIGHT: September’s risk profile demands dynamic, intelligence-led security management. The combination of anniversary dates, organized protests, and ongoing geopolitical tensions creates a complex threat matrix requiring sophisticated monitoring and response capabilities.
Organizations cannot afford reactive security postures. Our integrated risk management platform provides real-time threat intelligence, automated alert systems, and comprehensive incident management tools designed specifically for these multi-vector threat environments.
Remember: In today’s interconnected world, a protest in one city can trigger solidarity actions globally within hours. Preparation is not optional—it’s essential for operational resilience.
Stay vigilant. Stay prepared. Stay secure.
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This alert is based on open-source intelligence and should be combined with local threat assessments for comprehensive security planning.
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