REPUBLIC: Journal of Civic and Democratic Education is a peer-reviewed scientific journal published by Yayasan Mujtahidin Sajimah Selong (MUSA Foundation), Indonesia. The journal provides a scholarly platform for researchers, academics, educators, and practitioners to disseminate original research and critical studies in the fields of civic education, citizenship, democracy, character education, social studies education, public policy, multicultural education, and related disciplines. This issue presents contemporary perspectives and research findings that contribute to the development of civic competence, democratic values, and responsible citizenship in local, national, and global contexts.