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The Freeman Air and Space Institute, in association with the Cranwellian Association are pleased to host ‘Security & Resilience: Democracy in an era of escalation’.

In recent years, democratic systems have faced unprecedented strain and escalation. This online webinar discussion will examine these strains, noting how demanding geopolitical environments and public opinion have impacted national security, defence and the overall strength of democracies.

Set to take place online on  Friday 27th March from 10:00 – 11:30 GMT, the (free to attend) webinar will welcome Air Marshal Sir Christopher Coville KCB FRAeS, Visiting Professor at the  Freeman Air and Space Institute, Elisabeth Braw, Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council and Sir Ian Andrews, former Second Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Defence.

Together, the panel will discuss how public engagement and resilience affect democracy and will suggest mechanisms for strengthening that relationship. Highlighting how the UK’s 2025 Strategic Defence Review outlined the need for a "whole-of-society" approach to national security - aiming to improve the public’s visibility and understanding of the role of Defence and why it matters.

The conversation will further examine the contemporary challenges facing global democratic systems, highlighting key factors including: the range of new grey zone threats, political unrest, next generation engagement, improved methods of political communications and international relations.

Note: Webinars do not display the Zoom attendee's image although questions can be asked via the "Chat" function. If you are unavailable for the live webinar, a recording will be made available shortly after the event concludes.

Kind regards

Chris

Professor Sir Christopher Coville

Air Marshal KCB FRAeS FCIPD BA