Overview
Early detection is by far the most achievable and cost-effective way to prevent a threat anywhere in the world from becoming a threat everywhere. In my experience, no community is too hard to reach, no country is too poor to innovate, and curiosity outshines fear across the globe.
Mark Smolinski, MD. MPH.
Jeff Skoll Endowed Chair & Executive Director
Ending Pandemics Academy
MISSION
The Ending Pandemics Academy will build safer communities by educating and training civic, corporate, political and academic leaders on evidence-based pandemic prevention.
VISION
Leaders from all segments of society are emboldened with the knowledge and skills to create innovative solutions for today's global challenges.
Pushing boundaries through the creative use of data,
innovative technology, and proven collaborative approaches.
IMMERSIVE TRAININGS
Highly interactive, immersive experiences will focus on community-driven approaches for pandemic prevention
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES
Trainings will allow enrollees hands on experiences with innovative, novel solutions for today’s challenges
MENTORSHIP
The Academy will provide expert leadership to guide research, host internships, and support independent study for emerging leaders
Impact
Communities actively engaged in early outbreak detection, rapid verification, and an effective response
Faster action to minimize disease spread, save lives, and reduce harm to the economy and livelihoods
Interconnected global network of community leaders championing pandemic prevention and preparedness
The Ending Pandemics Academy will build safer communities by educating and training civic, corporate, political and academic leaders on evidence-based pandemic prevention.