Multilingualism, Cultural Diversity, and Intercultural Communication for Sustainable Development

Scope of the Book

This volume explores how multilingualism and cultural diversity contribute to sustainable development in global contexts. It integrates interdisciplinary perspectives from applied linguistics, social sciences, and language policy to provide a coherent analytical framework. The volume showcases multilingual practices, intercultural communication, and policy approaches across diverse sociocultural, institutional, and geopolitical settings. Targeted at researchers, graduate students, and policymakers, the book contributes to advancing knowledge on linguistic diversity, social inclusion, and intercultural engagement for sustainable development.

Topics of interest: Specially focused, but not limited to these topics

I. Conceptual Foundations Multilingualism and Sustainable Development: Key Concepts Cultural Diversity and Linguistic Plurality in Global Contexts Intercultural Communication and Mutual Understanding Language Variation, Change, and Sustainability Ethical Dimensions of Language and Cultural Diversity

II. Multilingualism and Inclusive Societies Linguistic Diversity and Social Participation Multilingualism and Access to Knowledge Language and Community Engagement Cultural Diversity and Social Cohesion Multilingual Practices in Public and Institutional Domains

III. Language Learning, Use, and Intercultural Communication Language Learning, Digital Technology, and Multilingual Environments Learner Agency in Multilingual Contexts Social and Interactional Dimensions of Language Use Intercultural Competence in Global Contexts Multilingual Communication in Academic and Professional Domains

IV. Policy, Innovation, and Future Pathways Language Policy and Planning for Sustainable Development Digital Transformation and Technology-Enhanced Communication Governance of Multilingual Practices Methodological Approaches and Research Trends Future Directions for Multilingualism, Cultural Diversity, and Sustainable Development

Abstracts can be uploaded using the given link: https://forms.gle/AqFbodJ3Zsty8CA58

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Editors: Dr. Aby John, Vice Chair (Research), IEEE Education Society Kerala Chapter, India

Prof. Dr. Gilvan Müller de Oliveira, UNESCO Chair on Language Policies for Multilingualism, Federal University of Santa Catarina in Florianópolis, Brazil

Important Deadlines

Abstract Submission (Approximately 200 words) : April 15, 2026

Acceptance Notification (Abstract) : April 25, 2026

Full Chapter Submission : July 1, 2026

Acceptance/Rejection Notification (Full Chapter) : August 20, 2026

Camera-ready Submission : August 30, 2026

NB: There is no publication fee; chapters will be selected purely on the basis of quality.