Hybrid Conference (In Person / Virtual)

International Conference on Sociolinguistics and Transnational Communities (ICSTC - 27)
7th - 8th April 2027 , Cape Town, South Africa
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Call For Papers

The ICSTC provides a supportive platform for both experienced researchers and early-career academicians to present their work and gain recognition.

The conference covers diverse topics such as Sociolinguistics, encouraging participation from emerging researchers and fostering academic growth.

Authors are invited to submit papers addressing, but not limited to, the following areas:

01
Transnational communities and language use
02
Sociolinguistic identity in diaspora populations
03
Language maintenance in transnational families
04
Impact of migration on language practices
05
Language and belonging in global contexts
06
Cultural hybridity and language change
07
Transnationalism and language policy
08
Language as a bridge in transnational ties
09
Role of technology in transnational communication
10
Language and social networks in migration
11
Transnational identities and multilingualism
12
Language use in global communities
13
Cultural exchange and language learning
14
Language rights in transnational contexts
15
Sociolinguistic challenges in transnationalism
16
Language and cultural adaptation processes
17
Transnational activism and language rights
18
Language and social integration of migrants
19
Transnational communication and cultural practices
20
Language as a tool for transnational solidarity

Assessment

Submissions will be reviewed to ensure quality and relevance, with a focus on encouraging emerging research contributions. Accepted papers will be presented and considered for publication opportunities.

Registration

Early-career researchers are encouraged to register and present their work, gaining valuable feedback and academic exposure.

Publication

The conference provides opportunities for emerging researchers to publish their work in recognized platforms.