f Editorial: Reimagining citizenship and education in a changing world

Any attempt to reimagine citizenship education in a changing world would be difficult to manifest if it fails to rethink the conception of citizenship education. Traditional approaches of citizenship education, often tied to national identity, seem to be inadequate for the contemporary global context, where interconnectedness and pluriculturalism play a significant role. In my work I accentuate the importance of deliberative democracy, which encourages active engagement, deliberation and responsible decision-making in education. A focus on ethical responsibility in relation to educational institutions is central to cultivate critical thinking, compassion and responsiveness among students. These values prepare them for active citizenship, not just within their immediate nation states but in a broader global society. It is argued that education must foster an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to challenge injustice and promote social cohesion across diverse communities. In this way, education becomes a necessary practice for cultivating a citizenship, whereby learners recognise their responsibilities to others across cultural and geographical boundaries. This transformative approach to citizenship education seems prudent in addressing the political, social and ethical challenges of the twenty-first century.