NATO CIMIC Centre of Excellence - CCOE

23/04/2026

💡 Missed our last episode on Beyond the Battlefield? We explored CIMIC in a resilience context. Breaking down how Civil-Military Cooperation connects with resilience measures on national level and how it can contribute to a wider resilience framework. From a resilience definition to real-world examples, it was a masterclass in understanding how important and challenging resilience can be.

Catch up on Spotify or YouTube!

20/04/2026

On 13 th April 26, 23 students civil as well as military from 14 countries started the NCFWC/NCSWC at the CCOE in the Hague to be trained in NATO CIMIC as future field or staff worker.
Theoretical lectures combined with practical applications set the optimum conditions to start their career in NATO CIMIC.

Participants from non-NATO countries and civilian organizations give added value to the steep learning curve of the students, to be continued..

16/04/2026

That’s a wrap 🎉
Thank you to everyone who made acaCIMICs such a meaningful and inspiring experience.
From powerful discussions to new connections, this week has been all about collaboration and impact.
We’re excited to keep building this community. Stay tuned for our final report 👀

15/04/2026

Day 2 highlights ✨
One of the standout moments was our panel on AI for Crisis Preparedness, bringing together incredible expertise and perspectives.
A big thank you to all speakers for sharing their insights and pushing the conversation forward.
Swipe through for today’s highlights 📸

14/04/2026

And we’re live 🚀
acaCIMICs officially kicks off today! Bringing together incredible minds to explore crisis preparedness, innovation, and collaboration.
🎥 Watch the highlights and follow the journey.

13/04/2026

A significant step forward 🤝
Today, on the first day of acaCIMICs, the CCOE officially signed a Letter of Intent with Stellenbosch University, marking the beginning of an exciting collaboration.
We’re proud to build partnerships that strengthen knowledge exchange and future impact.

02/04/2026

⏳ One week in, and our Resilience episode with LTC Dr. Janos Fekete and Prof. Dr. Markus Bresinsky is already sparking conversation!
If you haven’t tuned in yet, now’s the perfect time to explore practical insights on building resilience in complex missions.
🎧 Listen here:
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1oN3Sp2NcVyFpgNzrHWf8b?si=0hLQoE4ITZS0x1-XQV6Cpw
• YouTube: https://youtu.be/VjABlivKllk

20/03/2026

🌐 Why are YOU joining acaCIMICs Vol. II?
Because innovation happens when bright minds connect. 💡✨

Whether you’re here to network, spark your next big idea, contribute to CIMIC innovation, or join the community for the first time - this is where collaboration shapes the future. 🚀

📅 13 – 16 April 2026 - closer than you think.
📍 CCOE & Online
📧 [email protected]
🔗 Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc28mdxbTn4b3oSFgGUoIiFv3UeSALPwRkha2PyEKt6fkq6FQ/viewform

19/03/2026

💡 Missed our last episode on Beyond the Battlefield? We explored the foundations of CIMIC, breaking down how Civil-Military Cooperation drives mission success. From operational insights to real-world examples, it was a masterclass in understanding the impact of CIMIC in military missions.
🎧 Catch up here:
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3s27kdPLeDhYjk3Ir4cX1J?si=OhhsgZV3SCObqeagsaQSbw
• YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=3wKUuyFDO_s

-Military-Cooperation

26/02/2026

What if the problem isn’t the data… but the way we’re looking at it?
What if the most influential actor in the room doesn’t wear a uniform, hold a rank, or publish papers - yet quietly shapes every scenario we simulate?
Not louder.
Not human.
Still decisive.
A silent architecture of assumptions.
A pattern detector with blind spots.
A presence that influences outcomes without ever speaking.

This post explores a provocative shift:
👉 Stop asking only what AI can do
👉 Start asking what AI can see

Because in complex environments, perspective is power.
Read the latest entry of Debugging Reality - and decide for yourself

In today’s hyperconnected world, AI is everywhere, embedded in our phones, guiding our cars, curating our news, and optimising our logistics. Yet despite its ubiquity, AI remains curiously absent from the table of perspectives. It is included functionally, but not philosophically. It is deployed, ...

24/02/2026

In its role as EU Discipline Leader for CIMIC, the CCOE, in partnership with the European Security and Defence College, is organising the EU–NATO CIMIC (Pilot) Course, focused on EU and NATO approaches to CIMIC.

Scheduled at the CCOE premises in The Hague from 4 to 8 May 2026, this initiative aims to deepening mutual understanding between the EU and NATO, particularly at a time when coordinated and coherent approaches to crisis management are indispensable. This course constitutes an important step toward enhanced interoperability and shared situational awareness across both organizations.

The programme features contributions from representatives of DG ECHO, EUROCORPS, CivOpsHQ (EEAS), LANDCOM, the EU Cell at SHAPE, JSEC, EUMS, MPCC, and many other key stakeholders, providing participants with a comprehensive and cross-institutional perspective.

Interested candidates are invited to submit the applications by 22 March 2026.

20/02/2026

Ukraine – Comprehensive Case Study

After more than 1,450 days of conflict, Ukraine’s experience since 2022 has reinforced a core lesson: Civil–Military Cooperation (CIMIC) is critical to sustaining government stability, protecting essential services, and preserving freedom of action under sustained pressure.

This case study examines how CIMIC was enabled in practice working with key sectors (energy, communications, transport, logistics), managing large-scale population movements, and maintaining continuity of vital services. It provides practical insights for NATO planning, training, and capability development, including:

- Integrating CIMIC into HQ processes and battle rhythm.
- Building enduring coordination mechanisms with civil authorities and industry.
- Strengthening civil-environment mapping and data governance.
- Aligning civil preparedness with NATO Baseline Requirements, including emerging information and financial resilience priorities.

Produced by the CCOE at the request of NATO Allied Command Transformation (ACT).

https://www.cimic-coe.org/publications/ukraine-comprehensive-case-study/

After over 1,454 days of conflict, Ukraine’s experience since 2022 emphasises the vital role of Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) in maintaining government stability, safeguarding essential services, and preserving freedom of action amid intense conflict. This downloadable case study examines how...