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National infrastructure faces long-term cyber risks. Volunteers could strengthen community resilience and close capability gaps—especially in emergencies—drawing on skilled individuals already embedded across public and private sectors. Legal protections should be considered.Learning Outcomes
• Recognise the value of cross-sector partnerships: The article illustrates how volunteers from public and private sectors can support national cybersecurity efforts.
• Understand how infrastructure investment supports national resilience: It explains how cyber reserves can bolster critical services and public institutions during crises.
• Explore how citizen engagement strengthens security posture: The proposal empowers skilled individuals to actively contribute to national safety and preparedness.
