The American Democracy and Health Security Initiative, a partnership between the Pandemic Center, the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and the COVID Collaborative, charts a way forward that both respects individual freedoms and supports the collective good. A report published in June of 2024 summarizes findings and features urgent recommendations — practical, actionable, steps — to advance America’s health security.
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Explore the American Democracy and Health Security Initiative: Lamplighters and New Recommendations
The Initiative's website collects hundreds of Pandemic Lamplighter stories and lessons learned from their innovation and ingenuity in the face of pandemic darkness.



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Explore the American Democracy and Health Security Initiative: Lamplighters and New Recommendations
The Initiative's website collects hundreds of Pandemic Lamplighter stories and lessons learned from their innovation and ingenuity in the face of pandemic darkness
Groundbreaking Initiative Reveals U.S. Pandemic Innovators Overcoming Politics, Strengthening Democracy and Health Security
Provides urgent recommendations for preparedness & response. Findings to be released June 5th.