The DNA of Civil Resistance in Ukraine: Keys to the Development of Civilian-Based Defence Systems (2026)

In this article, the civil resistance scholar Felip Daza analyses the key factors behind the emergence and effectiveness of civilian resistance following Russia’s full-scale invasion. Drawing on field research across Ukraine, it examines how civic networks, local communities, and grassroots initiatives contribute to resilience, civilian protection, and national defence. The study also identifies lessons for developing effective civilian-based defence systems in response to contemporary security threats.

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https://www.nonviolent-conflict.org/blog_post/the-dna-of-civil-resistance-in-ukraine-keys-to-the-development-of-civilian-based-systems/