About the Journal

It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to the 3rd Bandung International Conference of Guidance and Counseling (BICGC) 2026. This conference brings together scholars, practitioners, researchers, educators, counselors, and students from various countries and professional backgrounds to exchange ideas, foster collaboration, and explore innovative approaches in the field of guidance and counseling.

In today’s rapidly changing world, the challenges related to mental health, well-being, and quality education require collaborative and sustainable efforts across disciplines and cultures. Guidance and counseling play a significant role in promoting holistic development, supporting mental health, and contributing to inclusive and equitable education for all. Through this conference, we aim to create a meaningful platform for dialogue and knowledge-sharing that integrates global perspectives with the richness of local wisdom and cultural values.

We are confident that the presentations, discussions, and scholarly exchanges throughout this conference will inspire new ideas and strengthen professional connections among participants. We wish you a productive, inspiring, and enriching conference experience.

Warm regards,
Rector of Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Head of Guidance and Counseling Study Program
Committees of The 3rd BICGC

Guidance and counseling play a strategic role in supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 4 (Quality Education). In the context of 21st-century education, guidance and counseling services are no longer limited to academic support; rather, they encompass mental health promotion, psychological well-being, character development, and the holistic enhancement of individual potential.

The Guidance and Counseling Study Program, Faculty of Educational Sciences, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI), is committed to advancing the quality of guidance and counseling services through the strengthening of international collaboration, the promotion of evidence-based research, and the development of innovative counseling practices that are responsive to both global dynamics and local wisdom.

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