Responding to Hybrid Threats with Democratic Integrity
Under a hybrid attack there is a risk that decision-makers sacrifice basic democratic principles in the pursuit of security, and in doing so weaken the values they are there to defend. But this handbook’s approach is grounded in the argument that effective crisis management and democratic governance are complementary rather than competing.
This handbook addresses how to act effectively in a crisis in ways consistent with democratic values. It is a practical guide to crisis management for government officials who may need to manage a crisis caused by hybrid threats, and it is designed for crises at the national level, where the response requires coordination across government and decisions at the most senior level of authority.