ABSTRACT
Societal resilience is a cornerstone of the modern security landscape, particularly in the increasingly critical realm of cybersecurity. This chapter defines societal resilience as the capacity of individuals, communities, and society at large to proactively prepare for, effectively respond to, and recover from cyber threats and incidents, while maintaining functionality and safeguarding overall well-being. Latvia’s cybersecurity policy exemplifies one of the most innovative and rapidly evolving aspects of its national security framework. This dynamic field not only establishes key institutions and legal frameworks but also identifies stakeholder networks and meaningfully engages society. The article aims to analyse three fundamental pillars of societal resilience: the state, the community, and the individual. The interaction among these elements is crucial, as the intensity and quality of their collaboration significantly shape the development of capabilities needed to build a strong foundation for withstanding, adapting to, and recovering from the ever-changing landscape of cyber threats. The research findings, derived mixed methods research approach, aim to guide policymakers and practitioners in aligning national security objectives with the broader goal of societal resilience in an era marked by heightened cyber threats.
