Sean G. Kaufman

COVID-19 Public Health Subject Matter Expert | Author | Public Health Professional | Infectious Disease Behaviorist | Principle Deputy Assistant Secretary ASPR

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@sandypapATL I miss your Mom, the pizza, and memories!

[Sean G. Kaufman @behavioralbased]

For 30 years, I’ve served public health—drawn to people who were suffering most, especially during infectious disease crises, when stigma can separate families.

I’ve learned courage is often quiet: a hand held, a story listened to, love that shows up even in dangerous moments. In those moments, service isn’t an idea—it’s presence, preparation, protection, response, and recovery.

On Monday, I begin what I consider the greatest professional endeavor of my life: leading the dedicated team at HHS ASPR (Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response).

It’s not a matter of if, but when our country will face what comes next—floods, hurricanes, natural disasters, biological or chemical threats, or the next pandemic event. When crisis arrives, we must lean on our values:
ONE NATION • UNDER GOD • INDIVISIBLE • LIBERTY • JUSTICE FOR ALL

Thank you to President Trump and Secretary Kennedy for your faith in me. I’m grateful for all thoughts and prayers.

God bless you—and God bless America. 🇺🇸

#ASPR #PublicHealth #Preparedness

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I will never forget 09/11/01. Today, we remember the lives lost and honor those who gave and risked their lives to protect and save others. Their courage, sacrifice, and service must never be forgotten.

God bless America.

#NeverForget #GodBlessAmerica

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@angie_rasmussen @SaveAmericaMvm Fake news. https://t.co/C1Us0J58lV

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[RSVP NOW | NOVEMBER LUNCH BREAK SERIES] The Importance of Integrating Behavioral Science Strategies in Biorisk Management - https://t.co/ka0SLWn9Kj

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Secure Your Spot: Registration Now Open for the 2025 - 2026 APHL BioSafe360 Program! - https://t.co/tQIomlSkvJ

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[OCTOBER LUNCH BREAK SERIES] Steam, Safety, Science, and the Autoclave: Mastering the Lab’s Last Line of Defense - https://t.co/0ZssdVSBtH

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[SEPTEMBER LUNCH BREAK SERIES] The After-Action Report Registration Open - https://t.co/MrCRgrSlSN

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[SEPTEMBER LUNCH BREAK SERIES] The After-Action Report Registration Open - https://t.co/nzVCcwD8BC

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[AUGUST LUNCH BREAK SERIES | LAST CALL] The 2025 BMBL Showdown | Registration Open - https://t.co/veIJnXQhEw

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[AUGUST LUNCH BREAK SERIES] The 2025 BMBL Showdown | Registration Open - https://t.co/lMuz6EZG3F

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[LAST CALL] Take Action: Increase Staff Response and Incident Reporting | July Lunch Break Series - https://t.co/RIGjB1WPOU

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[JULY LUNCH BREAK SERIES] Take Action: Increase Staff Response and Incident Reporting - https://t.co/s7b8yci01v

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[NOW AVAILABLE] 2026 Leadership Institute for Laboratory Safety Management Agenda - https://t.co/BpiWjky4U2