How do people respond to warnings of imminent crisis, and how can we best use related insights and evidence to improve public crisis communications?

Background

The challenges have become more complex, intertwined and dangerous as the world has become more uncertain and volatile. Domestic, overseas and online threats are increasingly integrated as adversaries develop capabilities and exploit vulnerabilities across borders and between the cyber and physical worlds. We are seeking research to help Government adapt to a changing security environment based on research and evidence.

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Source

This question was published as part of the set of ARIs in this document:

CO AR Is 2019 20190429

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