Entertainment, Society and Security: Informed Citizens Are Protected Citizens

National security increasingly depends on an informed and engaged society. This session explores how entertainment content and storytelling can help build a culture of security awareness under the principle that informed citizens are protected citizens who contribute to national defense. The discussion will present the series ALERT, available on Netflix, as a case study. Targeted at young audiences, the series uses engaging narratives to highlight real cybersecurity risks and everyday digital threats, helping viewers better understand the dangers of the online environment and encouraging responsible digital behavior. Through this example, the session will examine how entertainment formats can effectively connect security topics with younger generations and strengthen public awareness and resilience.