Executive Office of Public Safety and Security

A Message of Gratitude: Secretary Kwon and the EOPSS team want to thank every member of our Secretariat for your dedication, resilience, and teamwork. Your commitment to keeping the people and communities of the Commonwealth safe is inspiring. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and joyful Thanksgiving! Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts Department of Fire Services, Massachusetts State 911, Massachusetts Nation Guard, Massachusetts Department of Correction, Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), Office of Grants and Research, Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee

Secretary Kwon and the EOPSS team were honored to participate in the Firefighter of the Year Awards, celebrating 170 firefighters whose courage, quick thinking, and skill saved lives across Massachusetts. From wildfires to ice rescues, complex structure fires to medical emergencies, this year’s honorees represent the very best of the all-hazards profession. We are proud to recognize their extraordinary service and extend our deep gratitude to the families who support them every day. Massachusetts Department of Fire Services

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, stay safe while you cook and celebrate! Check out these tips to keep yourself and your food ready for the big day.

💻Happening next week! Undersecretary Collins looks forward to joining members of the Forensic Science Oversight Board at the Social Law Library's webinar, Forensic Testimony: Pitfalls and Guardrails. The webinar follows a case from crime scene to courtroom, covering fingerprint and DNA analysis, expert testimony, and trial management. 📅Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 4–6 p.m. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eNWk6Rj4

Yesterday, Secretary Kwon joined the Massachusetts State Police for the 7th Annual Faith-Based Safety & Security Seminar at Gillette Stadium, where nearly 400 leaders gathered to learn best practices for protecting houses of worship and community institutions. In partnership with EOPSS and DCJIS, MSP also launched a new statewide hate crimes reporting portal designed to simplify reporting, standardize data collection, and help law enforcement and community partners identify and respond to trends more effectively. Learn more about the seminar and the portal at: https://lnkd.in/eACAHXQU

Today, Secretary Kwon and the EOPSS team volunteered at The Greater Boston Food Bank, packing food for families in need across the Commonwealth. Public safety begins with strong, supported communities, and this holiday season, we can all do something to help our neighbors.

Welcome, Secretary Gina K. Kwon! This week, Governor Healey appointed Kwon to lead the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security. A veteran prosecutor at both the state and local levels, Secretary Kwon has served as EOPSS Undersecretary for Law Enforcement since 2023. She has spent her career working to strengthen public safety and build trusted partnerships with communities across Massachusetts. We’re excited to welcome Secretary Kwon to this new role as we continue to advance public safety, emergency preparedness, and community trust under her leadership. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eqd_i9uV

In honor of #VeteransDay2025, we proudly recognize the dedication and sacrifices of all who served our country in the armed forces. At the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, veterans make up about 12.2% of our 8,000-strong team. EOPSS is grateful for the courage, commitment, and spirit of service that veterans bring to our team. Today, we’re honored to introduce to some of our secretariat's veterans Massachusetts State Police Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) Massachusetts Department of Fire Services Massachusetts Department of Correction Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee

Happy 250th Birthday to the US Marine Corps! Thank you for your hard work and dedication to keeping us safe!