This issue contains a variety of articles related to international events and concerns. The focus article is entitled "Is Education For All on the Right Track?" and examines what has - and has not - happened since the 1990 World Conference on Education for All in Jomtien, Thailand. The assessment compares the goals of the conference with new approaches to their achievement with the efforts and accomplishments of individuals, countries, and the international community, especially in expanding access and opportunities for girls and women. Other articles related to the "Planet" section include: (1) "Environment: A User-Friendly Forest"; (2) "Communication: Africa's Communicators"; (3) "Education: The Language of Learning"; and (4) "Social and Human Science: Youth in Action." (EH)