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Hybrid Event

6th - 7th October 2026 | Florence, Italy

International Conference on Language Variation and Bilingual Studies (ICSLS - 26)

4

Days

4

Hrs

07

Min

02

Sec

Conference Program

Session Tracks

SDG Wheel

Aligned with

UN Sustainable Development Goals

This conference contributes to global sustainability by aligning its research discussions and academic sessions with key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. It fosters knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaborative engagement.

Why it matters

SDG 4 — Quality Education
SDG 10 — Reduced Inequalities
SDG 16 — Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Explore All Session Tracks
Track 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.

Track 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.

Track 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.

Track 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.

Track 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.

Track 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.

Track 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.

Track 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.

Track 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.

Track 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.

Track 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.

2026 UPDATE

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