International Conference on

Language, Identity and Social Interaction (ICLISI-27)

Conference Date

1st Feb - 2nd Feb 2027

Conference Venue

Porto, Portugal

Conference Mode

Hybrid Conference
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Conference Programme

Tentative Conference Agenda

Explore the proposed two-day programme developed around the conference Session Tracks and aligned United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Conference Format Hybrid Conference In-person and virtual participation
Programme 2 Days 1–2 February 2027
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 4 SDGs SDGs 4, 5, 10 and 16
Tentative Agenda & Timings

Session timings, sequence, track grouping and allocations are tentative and subject to change. Final timings will be confirmed closer to the conference. All timings follow the local time of the conference location.

Day 01

Opening, Keynote & Technical Sessions

1 FEB 2027 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:30 AM

    Registration, Welcome Kit Collection & Virtual Check-in

    Participant arrival, credential verification and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:30 AM 09:45 AM

    Networking Tea & Digital Welcome

    Informal networking for on-site and virtual participants.

    HYBRID
  3. 09:45 AM 10:30 AM

    Welcome Address, Opening Plenary & Keynote Presentation I

    Opening of the conference and introduction to its research focus.

    PLENARY
  4. 10:30 AM 12:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session I

    3 TRACKS
    Track 01
    Language and Identity in Social Contexts
    410
    Track Overview

    This track explores the intricate relationship between language use and identity formation in various social contexts. It aims to uncover how linguistic choices reflect and shape individual and group identities.

    Track 02
    Pragmatics and Social Interaction
    416
    Track Overview

    Focusing on the role of pragmatics in everyday communication, this track examines how meaning is constructed through social interaction. Participants will analyze the implications of pragmatic choices on identity and social relations.

    Track 03
    Discourse Studies and Power Dynamics
    510
    Track Overview

    This track investigates how discourse shapes and is shaped by power relations within society. It encourages critical analysis of language as a tool for both reinforcing and challenging social hierarchies.

  5. 12:30 PM 01:30 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and networking opportunity.

    BREAK
  6. 01:30 PM 03:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session II

    3 TRACKS
    Track 04
    Bilingualism and Multilingualism in Social Settings
    410
    Track Overview

    Exploring the complexities of bilingualism and multilingualism, this track addresses how language diversity influences social interaction and identity. It seeks to understand the implications of language choice in multicultural environments.

    Track 05
    Language Ideologies and Cultural Identity
    410
    Track Overview

    This track delves into the ideologies surrounding language use and their impact on cultural identity. It invites discussions on how beliefs about language shape social perceptions and interactions.

    Track 06
    Communication Practices in Diverse Communities
    1016
    Track Overview

    Focusing on the communication practices within diverse linguistic communities, this track examines how these practices contribute to social cohesion and identity. It highlights the role of language in fostering community engagement.

  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Interactive Q&A, Day 1 Summary & Group Photo

    Closing interaction and key takeaways from the first day.

    CLOSING
Day 02

Keynote, Technical Sessions & Awards

2 FEB 2027 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:15 AM

    Participant Check-in & Day 2 Welcome

    On-site attendance confirmation and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:15 AM 10:00 AM

    Keynote Presentation II

    Expert address on the future of the conference research domain.

    PLENARY
  3. 10:00 AM 12:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session III

    3 TRACKS
    Track 07
    Sociolinguistics and Social Change
    410
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the relationship between sociolinguistic phenomena and social change. It aims to explore how shifts in language use reflect broader societal transformations and identity reconfigurations.

    Track 08
    Interaction Analysis and Social Identities
    416
    Track Overview

    This track emphasizes the analysis of interaction as a means to understand social identities. It encourages participants to examine how identity is negotiated and constructed through conversational exchanges.

    Track 09
    Language and Society: Theoretical Perspectives
    410
    Track Overview

    This track provides a platform for discussing theoretical frameworks that link language and societal structures. It aims to foster dialogue on how linguistic practices influence and are influenced by social dynamics.

  4. 12:00 PM 01:00 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and professional networking.

    BREAK
  5. 01:00 PM 03:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session IV

    2 TRACKS
    Track 10
    Conversational Analysis in Multilingual Contexts
    410
    Track Overview

    Focusing on conversational analysis, this track explores the dynamics of interaction in multilingual settings. It seeks to understand how language choice affects communication and identity in diverse linguistic landscapes.

    Track 11
    Language, Power, and Social Justice
    510
    Track Overview

    This track examines the intersections of language, power, and social justice, highlighting how language can be a vehicle for both oppression and liberation. It invites critical reflections on the role of language in advocating for social equity.

  6. 03:00 PM 03:30 PM

    Publications, Best Paper & Best Presentation Awards

    Publication guidance and recognition of outstanding research contributions.

    AWARDS
  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Valedictory Session, Closing Remarks & Group Photo

    Conference summary, acknowledgements and formal conclusion.

    CLOSING
Aligned SDGs
4 Quality Education 5 Gender Equality 10 Reduced Inequalities 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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