Global Safety & Security
Important Contacts
For emergencies, call International SOS:
+1-215-942-8478
Member no: 11BSGC000022
Welcome
Welcome to the Global Safety & Security website, where you will find important information about University Travel requirements, Princeton destination risk categories, and a wealth of information, advice, resources, and support, including in emergencies, for Princeton travelers. Please utilize the left-side navigation to review information on these important topics and contact globalsafety@princeton.edu with any questions.
About Global Safety & Security
The Global Safety & Security (GS&S) unit provides the Princeton University community with governance, guidance, risk assessments, training and support related to travel. GS&S seeks to enable meaningful international engagement through programs and policies that promote smart worldwide risk mitigation.
Global Safety & Security (GS&S) supports Princeton University travelers by:
- Developing and maintaining policies and standards related to global travel
- Monitoring the world for incidents and events that have the potential to disrupt Princeton University travel and international operations
- Informing travelers about destination- and profile-specific safety and security risks
- Preparing travelers through a variety of mediums, such as briefings, trainings and consultations
- Managing the Enroll My Trip system and registration process
- Conducting risk assessments for new and existing programs and high-risk travel
- Coordinating with International SOS on medical and other types of assistance, including evacuations
- Planning for emergencies abroad
- Leading international crisis response efforts
As part of the Office of the Vice Provost for International Affairs and Operations, GS&S works closely with partners across Princeton to further its mission of advancing internationalization across campus. These partners include, but are not limited to:
- Campus Life
- Centers Abroad
- Davis International Center
- Emergency Management
- Environmental Health and Safety
- Export Controls
- Global Financial Services
- Human Resources
- Office of General Counsel
- Office of Information Technology (OIT)
- Office of International Programs (OIP)
- Princeton Institute for International and Regional Studies (PIIRS)
- Public Safety
- Risk Management and Insurance
- Travel Program and Expense
- University Health Services
As part of our commitment to supporting global travel and facilitating collaboration across Princeton, GS&S also coordinates and leads the following groups:
- Global Risk Committee (GRC)
- International Crisis Management Team (ICMT)
- International Forum