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International Conference on Language Variation and Bilingual Studies

ICSLS

5th Sep – 6th Sep 2026 Edinburgh, UK

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Conference Session Tracks

UN SDG Wheel

Aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals

The conference's session tracks effectively support the following SDGs.

SDG 4 SDG 10 SDG 16
01 Sociolinguistics and Language in Society +
This track explores the intricate relationships between language use and social structures. It aims to highlight how sociolinguistic factors influence communication patterns within diverse communities.
SDG 4 SDG 10
02 Dialect Studies and Regional Variation +
Focusing on the rich tapestry of dialects, this track examines how regional variations shape linguistic identity. Participants will discuss methodologies for studying dialects and their implications for understanding social dynamics.
SDG 10
03 Language Policy and Multilingualism +
This session addresses the impact of language policies on multilingual societies. It seeks to analyze how policy decisions affect language maintenance, shift, and the rights of speakers in diverse linguistic landscapes.
SDG 4 SDG 10
04 Language Contact and Identity Formation +
Investigating the effects of language contact, this track delves into how bilingualism and multilingualism influence personal and group identities. Presentations will focus on case studies illustrating the dynamic interplay between language and identity.
SDG 10
05 Language Attitudes and Social Perception +
This track examines how attitudes towards different languages and dialects affect social interactions and perceptions. It will provide insights into the implications of these attitudes for social cohesion and conflict.
SDG 16
06 Discourse Analysis in Social Contexts +
Focusing on discourse and society, this session will explore how language shapes and is shaped by social contexts. Participants will analyze various discourse types to uncover underlying social meanings and power dynamics.
SDG 10 SDG 16
07 Linguistic Anthropology and Cultural Narratives +
This track investigates the intersection of language and culture through the lens of linguistic anthropology. It aims to highlight how cultural narratives are constructed and conveyed through language.
SDG 4 SDG 16
08 Code-Switching and Communication Strategies +
Exploring the phenomenon of code-switching, this session will examine its role as a communication strategy among bilinguals. Discussions will focus on the social and contextual factors that influence code-switching practices.
SDG 10
09 Language Ideology and Power Relations +
This track addresses how language ideologies shape power relations within societies. Participants will explore the implications of these ideologies for social justice and linguistic rights.
SDG 10 SDG 16
10 Sociocultural Linguistics and Language Change +
Focusing on the dynamic nature of language, this session will investigate how sociocultural factors drive language change. Presentations will highlight case studies that illustrate the relationship between culture and linguistic evolution.
SDG 4 SDG 10
11 Poetry as a Reflection of Social Variation +
This track examines poetry as a medium that reflects and challenges social variation in language use. Participants will analyze poetic works to uncover themes of identity, culture, and sociolinguistic diversity.
SDG 4 SDG 10