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ABOUT LLIS.GOV


Lessons Learned Information Sharing (LLIS.gov) is the national network of Lessons Learned, Best Practices, innovative ideas, and preparedness information for homeland security and emergency response professionals. By facilitating the sharing of knowledge, LLIS.gov enhances the nation's ability to prepare for and respond to terrorism, natural disasters, and other incidents. LLIS.gov is not only a repository for information but also a network that enables homeland security and emergency response professionals from across the country to share their knowledge and expertise in a secure, online environment.



Department of Homeland Security
Programs and Initiatives
As a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) system, LLIS.gov provides its members with information about departmental programs and initiatives, such as the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP), the Corrective Action Program (CAP), the Nationwide Plan Review, and many others. DHS has used LLIS.gov to solicit comments on draft documents from members of the network. LLIS.gov also serves as the platform for distributing information for the Top Officials (TOPOFF) exercises.

LLIS.gov Features and Capabilities
LLIS.gov's features and capabilities enable members to share knowledge and collaborate in a secure environment.
  • Security: LLIS.gov uses strong encryption and active site monitoring to protect all information on the network.
  • Verified Members: All LLIS.gov members are verified homeland security or emergency response professionals.
  • Member Directory: LLIS.gov members can access the contact information of other members through the network's Member Directory. The Advanced Search function allows members to search the Directory by a number of different parameters.
  • LLIS.gov Channels: Channels are secure areas of LLIS.gov dedicated and customized to the preferences of a specific community of interest, organization, or jurisdiction. LLIS.gov can establish a Channel at the request of a member or group of members; Channels are not controlled or moderated by LLIS.gov.
  • Secure Collaboration Tools: LLIS.gov includes secure email and message boards that promote information sharing among members in real-time.

WHAT'S AVAILABLE ON LLIS.GOV
Members can access a wealth of knowledge and information through LLIS.gov. The network contains one of the most comprehensive repositories of documents relating to homeland security and emergency response. LLIS.gov content can be easily accessed through topic-specific pages or the system's powerful search engine. Among the types of content available on LLIS.gov are:

LLIS.GOV Original Research
The LLIS.gov team works closely with members to develop original research that can be found only on the network. LLIS.gov original research is subjected to a rigorous review process to ensure the accuracy of the documents. There are four types of LLIS.gov original research:
  • LESSONS LEARNED are positive or negative experiences derived from actual incidents, operations, training, or exercises.
  • BEST PRACTICES are peer-validated techniques, procedures, and solutions that have demonstrated their effectiveness in operations, training, and exercises across multiple jurisdictions or organizations.
  • PRACTICE NOTES describe procedures, techniques, or methods that have been adopted by a single jurisdiction or organization to adapt to changing circumstances.
  • GOOD STORIES describe successful, innovative programs and initiatives developed by a jurisdiction that others may wish to emulate.
After-Action Reports
LLIS.gov serves as the national repository for homeland security after-action reports (AAR). Members can access and search hundreds of AARs from incidents and exercises through the network.

Plans, Procedures, Templates, and Tools
LLIS.gov houses a vast library of homeland security plans, procedures, templates, and tools from jurisdictions across the nation. These documents provide LLIS.gov members with a valuable resource when they are developing or revising their organization's plans and procedures.

Reports and Documents
LLIS.gov maintains one of the most comprehensive electronic libraries of homeland security reports and other documents.



LLIS.gov Partners
LLIS.gov has established partnerships with other homeland security and emergency response programs and organizations. These partners have dedicated pages on LLIS.gov that include planning guidance, training and exercise resources, LLIS.gov original research, and other documents. Email Outreach@llis.dhs.gov about establishing a partnership.

LLIS.gov Dispatch
LLIS.gov content can be delivered directly to members' inboxes through the LLIS Dispatch feature. Members can create a customized newsletter that will update them every two weeks on the newly published documents on LLIS.gov that relate to their specific topics of interest.

Participate in LLIS.gov
Members can actively participate in LLIS.gov by sharing their ideas, information, and knowledge. LLIS.gov strongly encourages members to submit plans, procedures, AARs, and other documents to be posted on the network. Members can contact LLIS.gov about potential Lessons Learned, Best Practices, Practice Notes, or Good Stories for inclusion on the network. Members can also post comments on specific LLIS.gov content simply by posting a comment on the document page.



 
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