An innovative way to fight COVID-19

In Taranto, Italy, a team of the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) established a cooperation with an Italian start-up called ISINNOVA that resulted in the production of 25 3D-printed connectors – on a weekly basis – converting snorkelling masks into emergency ventilator masks. These were donated to the Italian Civil Protection Department for further […]

Coast Guard Workforce Resilience

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us may experience increased familial stressors, as we’ve taken on the roles of full-time caretaker, teacher, all while simultaneously navigating the uncharted waters of full-time teleworking or continuing to report for duty standing the watch. Today’s stress is real and felt widespread across our organization from within our own […]