The war in Europe has made clear that resilience is essential, not just on the battlefield, but in every part of society. As the risk of conflict grows closer, populations must be prepared to manage fear, resist information threats, and sustain the will to endure.

This session explores how governments and communities can build cognitive and emotional resilience before and during war. How can strategic communications shape public morale and reduce fear? What factors influence how fear spreads or is controlled in a society? And what does real preparedness look like for citizens, not only in physical terms, but mentally and socially as well?