David Getsadze2026-07-132026-07-132026-04-14https://openscience.ge/handle/1/87571. Context and Problem: The full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 has highlighted the vital role of civilian-military synergy. For frontline states like Georgia, the challenge is shifting from ad-hoc cooperation to the structural integration of civilian volunteers. 2. The Current Experiment (Institutional): This presentation analyzes the innovative experimentation conducted by the Georgian Ministry of Defense: the creation of a Legal Entity of Public Law (LEPL) – “Defence Volunteer” - specifically dedicated to defense volunteering. 3. Future Perspectives (Research Contribution): As a PhD researcher specializing in AI Policy and Digital Transformation in the public sector, I propose to explore how this institutional framework can be optimized through emerging technologies. While the current focus is on legal reforms, my research investigates the next logical step: • Digital Skills Matching: Using data-driven frameworks to identify and mobilize civilian expertise (cyber, medical, logistics). • Predictive Resilience: How Generative AI could help synthesize field reports to enhance situational awareness. 4. CIMIC Relevance: The Georgian case demonstrates that 21st-century CIMIC requires an "institutionalized integration." This contribution provides a scalable framework for nations looking to implement Total Defense strategies through both legal reform and future digital transformation.enTotal Defense, Defense Volunteering, Institutional Transformation, CIMICconference poster