War, trade disputes, shifting alliances, and contested borders — these are not just headlines. For millions of students around the world, they are lived realities, quietly influencing decisions about where to study, what careers to pursue, and how to imagine the future. At the IC3 Movement, we meet students who are trying to make sense of this complexity every day. As educators, parents, and counselors, we need to understand how global instability impacts young minds and how we can support them in finding agency and purpose despite the noise.

Around the world, young people are facing an unprecedented mental health crisis. Despite living in an era of rapid progress, digital connection, and expanding educational access, students today are more anxious, isolated, and overwhelmed than ever before. From academic pressure and identity struggles to climate anxiety and social media burnout, the emotional well-being of the youth is under strain. As the largest generation of young people in human history comes of age, how we respond to their inner struggles will determine the resilience, compassion, and sustainability of our shared global future.

How do students and counselors harness the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) differently in career and college guidance? 

Education is the foundation of progress, and career and college counseling is the bridge that connects students to their future. The global counseling community has long been committed to ensuring every student can access quality guidance. In 2025, this mission takes center stage in one of the world’s most dynamic cities—Mumbai.

The upcoming Union Budget for FY25-26, set for February 1st, is drawing keen attention from all corners of India’s economy. Industries spanning infrastructure, IT, telecom, agriculture, healthcare, human resources, and education are on high alert, anticipating how the government’s fiscal strategy will shape their futures.

In a country where education is often seen as the primary pathway to success, students grapple with intense academic pressure and career expectations, and societal demands.

Findings from the IC3 Institute’s 2024 Annual Student Quest Report highlighted that 83 per cent of counsellors and 81 per cent of students emphasised the significance of aligning personal values such as passion, purpose, and aptitude with career choices

In a world that demands adaptability and resilience, the role of career counselling in shaping the next generation of global leaders cannot be overstated.

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