This book offers a rigorous and thought-provoking overview of some of the central challenges facing education in today’s global context. Bringing together empirical and theoretical contributions from diverse geographical settings and educational levels, the volume examines how education for democratic and inclusive citizenship, equity, and social justice can be woven into the transformation of educational communities. At the same time, it analyses the impact of digital education, information literacy, and the integration of artificial intelligence in education on teaching and learning practices, as well as the role of media culture and gender stereotypes in shaping identities. The book further incorporates innovative perspectives on educational well-being, teachers’ personal resources, futures design, and strategic foresight, alongside critical analyses of higher education, university internationalization, and professional education in the changing landscape of labour markets and futures of work. Its main advantages include a comparative and interdisciplinary approach, a sustained dialogue between research, public policy, and classroom practice, and a strong focus on emerging issues such as AI in education, the sustainability of reforms, and competence-based training. Overall, this volume stands as a key reference for readers seeking to understand and critically guide education in societies marked by digitalization, uncertainty, and an increasing demand for inclusion and democratic participation.