Educating for Tomorrow: A Peer-Reviewed, Open Access Journal of Democratic Values, Education, and Global Solidarity
About the Journal
Educating for Tomorrow is a semi-annual, open-access, peer-reviewed, interdisciplinary journal dedicated to exploring how democratic values shape the future of education, community leadership, and global society. We expand beyond traditional classroom settings to examine educating as a shared civic practice that encompasses care, leadership, and social change in our rapidly transforming world.
Publication Details:
- Frequency: Semi-annual (Winter and Summer issues)
- First Issue: December 2026
- Language: English
- Access Model: Free to authors and readers
- License: CC BY-NC 4.0 (Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial)
- No Fees: No article processing charges (APCs), page fees, or submission fees. Ever.
Who Can Submit
We welcome submissions from diverse voices across sectors and disciplines, including:
- Academic researchers and scholars
- Community educators and Indigenous Elders
- Student organizers and youth leaders
- Policy innovators and interdisciplinary teams
- Activist-scholars and cultural workers
- Creative educators and artists
- Social workers and frontline professionals
- First responders and emergency professionals
- Community leaders and grassroots organizers
Co-authorship encouraged: We actively promote collaborative authorship between researchers, educators, practitioners, and community leaders, recognizing the value of shared knowledge creation across traditional and non-traditional academic boundaries.
Core Themes
All submissions should engage with one or more of our five integrated themes, which reflect shared global concerns across Ukrainian values, social work and social development, and first responder frameworks:
1. Global Identity, Ethics, and Belonging
How values shape identity, dignity, cultural resilience, and inclusion in a diverse and interconnected world.
2. Global Policy, Practice, and Solidarity in Care and Crisis
How care systems, social services, and crisis response are transformed through ethical leadership, trauma-informed practice, and transnational cooperation.
3. Global Civil Society and Democratic Engagement
How communities organize, resist injustice, and build democratic futures through civic participation, activism, and grassroots innovation.
4. Global Challenges and Transformations
How war, climate change, technology, migration, and health disparities demand new educational and social responses grounded in justice, sustainability, and interdependence.
5. Global Education, Training, and Knowledge Exchange
How education systems—formal and informal—prepare current and future leaders through inclusive, interdisciplinary, and decolonial learning approaches.
Types of Submissions
We accept a diverse range of contributions:
Research Articles (5,000–8,000 words)
Original empirical research, theoretical explorations, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses that advance understanding of democratic values in education and society.
Practice Reflections and Case Studies (2,000–4,000 words)
Reflective essays, practitioner narratives, program evaluations, and detailed case studies that document innovative approaches and lessons learned.
Dialogues and Collaborative Contributions
- Interviews with thought leaders and practitioners
- Co-authored community contributions
- Conversational pieces between researchers and practitioners
- Multi-voice narratives
Creative and Multimedia Submissions
- Visual art, photography, and digital media
- Poetry and creative writing
- Documentary projects
- Interactive presentations All creative submissions must include a short written artist statement (500-1,000 words)
Student and Youth Contributions
We particularly encourage submissions from students, young scholars, and youth leaders working in education, social justice, and community organizing.
Submission Guidelines
Formatting Requirements
- Citation Style: APA 7th edition
- Language: Inclusive, accessible language required
- Accessibility: Follow accessibility best practices for document formatting
- Word Count: Strictly adhere to word limits for each submission type
- File Format: Microsoft Word (.docx) or rich text format (.rtf)
Manuscript Structure
For Research Articles:
- Title page (separate document)
- Abstract (250 words maximum)
- Keywords (5-7 terms)
- Main text with clear headings
- References
- Appendices (if applicable)
For All Submissions:
- Clear, descriptive title
- Author information on separate title page
- 100-word author biography for each contributor
- Conflict of interest statement (if applicable)
Inclusive Writing Practices
- Use person-first language
- Employ gender-inclusive pronouns and language
- Consider cultural sensitivity in terminology
- Acknowledge Indigenous territories when relevant
- Use plain language principles for accessibility
Co-Authorship Guidelines
- Clearly define each author’s contribution
- Include institutional and community affiliations
- Recognize non-traditional forms of knowledge contribution
- Consider shared credit models for community-based research
Review Process
Research Articles
- Double-anonymous peer review by two experts in the relevant field
- Initial editorial screening within 4 weeks
- Peer review completed within 8-16 weeks
Other Submissions
- Editorial review with optional mentorship opportunities
- Developmental feedback provided when requested
- Collaborative revision process available
Review Criteria
All submissions are evaluated based on:
- Relevance to journal themes and scope
- Rigor in methodology and analysis (for research)
- Clarity and accessibility of writing
- Innovation in approach or findings
- Contribution to democratic values and social change
- Ethical considerations and community impact
Future Review Options
We are exploring additional review models for future issues:
- Open peer review (names and comments published)
- Collaborative review (dialogue between authors and reviewers)
- Triple-anonymous review (editors, authors, reviewers all anonymous)
Submission Process and Deadlines
Submission Schedule
| Issue | Submission Deadline | Publication Date |
| Winter Issue | September 10 | December 10 |
| Summer Issue | March 10 | June 10 |
Rolling submissions are accepted year-round for upcoming issues.
How to Submit https://publishing.bceln.ca/index.php/educating-for-tomorrow/about/submissions
Email your questions: educatingfortomorrowconference@gmail.com
Include the following:
- Complete manuscript (with author information on separate title page)
- 100-word author biography for each contributor
- Brief cover letter explaining the submission’s relevance to journal themes
- Any supplementary materials (for multimedia submissions)
Pre-Submission Inquiries
For questions about fit, scope, or submission process:
Dr. Oleksandr (Sasha) Kondrashov – Managing Editor 📧 okondrashov@tru.ca
Author Rights and Responsibilities
Copyright and Licensing
- Authors retain full copyright of their work
- All content published under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 License (CC BY-NC)
- Authors may republish their work with proper attribution to the journal
- No restrictions on sharing preprints or postprints
Ethical Guidelines
- All research must meet appropriate ethical standards
- Obtain necessary permissions for use of copyrighted materials
- Declare any conflicts of interest
- Ensure participant consent for community-based research
- Acknowledge all contributors appropriately
Post-Publication
- Authors encouraged to promote their work through social media and networks
- Cross-promotion opportunities through Educating for Tomorrow conference series
- Distribution through TRU Library publishing and repository networks
- Inclusion in professional association newsletters and open-access collectives
Editorial Board: 10-20 interdisciplinary members from Canadian and international institutions (rotating 3-year terms with mentorship-based onboarding)
Why Publish with Educating for Tomorrow?
Unique Focus
Unlike journals that emphasize formal schooling exclusively, we examine educating as a civic act rooted in democratic care, community ethics, and collective future-making.
Equitable Access
- Completely free for authors and readers
- No hidden fees or charges
- Open access ensures global reach
- Accessible formatting and inclusive language requirements
Collaborative Approach
- Values-based review process
- Mentorship opportunities for emerging scholars
- Cross-sector dialogue encouraged
- Community knowledge equally valued alongside academic research
Global Impact
- Connection to international conference series
- Cross-promotion through academic and community networks
- Focus on real-world application and social change
- Platform for voices often excluded from traditional academic publishing
Managing Editor: Dr. Oleksandr (Sasha) Kondrashov okondrashov@tru.ca
Website: https://krasun.ca/eft/
Submissions: https://publishing.bceln.ca/index.php/educating-for-tomorrow/about/submissions
Hosted by: Thompson Rivers University Library
Supported by: Educating for Tomorrow Conference Series
Similar Journals for Reference
- Democracy & Education – https://democracyeducationjournal.org
- Radical Teacher – http://radicalteacher.library.pitt.edu
- Journal of Education for Sustainable Development – https://journals.sagepub.com/home/jsd
- Education, Citizenship and Social Justice – https://journals.sagepub.com/home/esj
- Journal of Moral Education – https://www.tandfonline.com/toc/cjme20/current
Educating for Tomorrow promotes interdisciplinary dialogue, global care ethics, and values-based leadership across professions and regions. All published content is freely available and openly licensed to maximize impact and accessibility.